Median Income
$58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value
$206,500
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.3%
15% higher than US avg
How Accident Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population436
Median Age32.4 yrs
Density890/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
B+
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$31,655
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$1,790M
Commute17 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$206,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$303,396
Health
Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation2,357 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+95.1%
School Score5.85
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute17 min
Libraries5
Is Accident a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Accident receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Accident offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Accident is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Accident is $206,500, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Accident experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Accident has a population of 436 with a density of 890 people per square mile. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%), with 2.8% Hispanic.
Population
32.4yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.7% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.3% |
| 98% below US avg |
The median household income in Accident is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $58,750 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,655 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $933 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,304 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.3% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,168 |
| County GDP | $1,790M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 85 |
| Healthcare | 81 |
| Retail | 138 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,909 |
| 40% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.38% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.3 min |
| Work from Home | 9.5% |
The median home value in Accident is $206,500, 27% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $303,396.
Home Values
| Census Median | $206,500 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $303,396 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,909 |
| 40% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.38% |
In Accident, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Accident vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.9% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.9% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.2% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,314/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 81 |
Crime Rates: Accident vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Accident has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 47.1°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,357 ft (718 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 890/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6257°N, 79.3200°W |
| County FIPS | 24023 |