Median Income
$63,214
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$118,200
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.1%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.2%
58% lower than US avg
How Arnold Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population887
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density1,324/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
A
Median Income$63,214
Per Capita$29,906
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$40M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$118,200
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,411
Health
Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain23.5 in/yr
Elevation2,705 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.1%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 93% / D 6%
Commute27 min
Libraries1
Is Arnold a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Arnold receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Arnold stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Arnold is $63,214, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Arnold is $118,200, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Arnold experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.5 inches, including 30.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Arnold has a population of 887 with a density of 1,324 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%).
Population
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.2% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
The median household income in Arnold is $63,214, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,214 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,906 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $795 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,769 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.2% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 34 |
| County GDP | $40M |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.8 min |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |
The median home value in Arnold is $118,200, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,411.
Home Values
| Census Median | $118,200 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $168,411 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $850 |
| 27% 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
In Arnold, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Arnold vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.8% |
| Asthma | 9.3% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.8% |
| Depression | 17.9% |
| Mental Distress | 15.2% |
| Physical Distress | 11.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.8% |
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Arnold vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Arnold has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 47.9°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 23.5 inches |
| 38% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 30.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,705 ft (824 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,324/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4232°N, 100.1936°W |
| County FIPS | 31113 |