Median Income
$70,552
6% lower than US avg
Home Value
$165,700
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.1%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$873
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.2%
34% lower than US avg
How Avoca Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,369
Median Age48.7 yrs
Density575/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
A
Median Income$70,552
Per Capita$43,355
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$1,051M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$165,700
Rent$873
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$229,265
Health
Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Elevation1,155 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.1%
High School+95.1%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute23 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3
Is Avoca a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Avoca receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Avoca stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Avoca is $70,552, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Avoca is $165,700, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $873 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
25.1% 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 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Avoca experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches, including 28.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Avoca has a population of 1,369 with a density of 575 people per square mile. The median age is 48.7 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%), with 1.8% Hispanic.
Population
48.7yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Avoca is $70,552, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $70,552 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $43,355 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $982 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,398 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% |
| 34% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 444 |
| County GDP | $1,051M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Healthcare | 42 |
| Retail | 44 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,339 |
| 24% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.62% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.6 min |
| Work from Home | 4.5% |
The median home value in Avoca is $165,700, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $873 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $229,265.
Home Values
| Census Median | $165,700 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $229,265 |
| Median List Price | $134,950 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $134,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $117 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 93.6% |
| Price Drops | 12.5% |
| Inventory | 8 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $873 |
| 25% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,339 |
| 24% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.62% |
In Avoca, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Avoca vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.9% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.6% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.8% |
| Depression | 23.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 6,814/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 51.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
Crime Rates: Avoca vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Avoca has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
74°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 49.4°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.4 inches |
| 4% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 28.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,155 ft (352 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 575/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4828°N, 95.3373°W |
| County FIPS | 19165 |