Median Income
$51,667
31% lower than US avg
Home Value
$90,500
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.5%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$870
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.9%
20% lower than US avg
How Ainsworth Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,632
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density1,632/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Economy
B+
Median Income$51,667
Per Capita$36,643
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$266M
Commute10 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$90,500
Rent$870
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$141,776
Health
Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain23.8 in/yr
Elevation2,523 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.5%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute10 min
EV Stations2
Libraries1
Is Ainsworth a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ainsworth receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ainsworth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ainsworth is $51,667, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ainsworth is $90,500, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $870 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Ainsworth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.8 inches, including 35.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Ainsworth has a population of 1,632 with a density of 1,632 people per square mile. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%), with 1.8% Hispanic.
Population
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Ainsworth vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.8% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.2% |
| 69% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Ainsworth vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Ainsworth is $51,667, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.
Income: Ainsworth vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $51,667 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,643 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $894 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,007 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.9% |
| 20% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 166 |
| County GDP | $266M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 9 |
| Healthcare | 14 |
| Retail | 27 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,850 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.15% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 9.5 min |
| Work from Home | 4.6% |
The median home value in Ainsworth is $90,500, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $870 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,776.
Home Values
| Census Median | $90,500 |
| 68% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $141,776 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $870 |
| 25% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,850 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.15% |
In Ainsworth, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.4% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ainsworth vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.0% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.9% |
| Depression | 18.4% |
| Mental Distress | 15.7% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.1% |
| Premature Death | 10,801/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 80.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 14 |
Crime Rates: Ainsworth vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Ainsworth has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 23.8 inches |
| 37% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 35.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,523 ft (769 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,632/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.5484°N, 99.8575°W |
| County FIPS | 31017 |