Home Value
$77,500
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
35.5%
186% higher than US avg
How Abbyville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population70
Median Age62.0 yrs
Density259/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans63.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,900
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty35.5%
County GDP$3,428M
Commute25 min
Housing
Home Value$77,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain30.3 in/yr
Elevation1,651 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute25 min
Broadband43.0%
Libraries9
Is Abbyville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Abbyville receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Abbyville faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 35.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Abbyville is $77,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Abbyville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.3 inches, including 9.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Abbyville has a population of 70 with a density of 259 people per square mile. The median age is 62.0 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 2.9% Hispanic.
Population
62.0yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Abbyville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Abbyville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Abbyville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 35.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income: Abbyville vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $31,900 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $961 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,911 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 35.5% |
| 186% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,685 |
| County GDP | $3,428M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 136 |
| Healthcare | 169 |
| Retail | 226 |
| Manufacturing | 89 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,983 |
| 42% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.43% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 97.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Abbyville is $77,500, 73% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $77,500 |
| 73% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,983 |
| 42% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.43% |
In Abbyville, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Abbyville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.8% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.0% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.8% |
| Depression | 23.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 9,624/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 169 |
Crime Rates: Abbyville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Abbyville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 55.1°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 30.3 inches |
| 20% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 9.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,651 ft (503 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 259/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9706°N, 98.2030°W |
| County FIPS | 20155 |