Median Income
$74,167
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
31.9%
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.9%
37% lower than US avg
How Avoca Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population344
Median Age52.6 yrs
Density164/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans4.6%
Economy
A
Median Income$74,167
Per Capita$44,090
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$1,784M
Commute22 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation572 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+31.9%
High School+93.4%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute22 min
Broadband82.5%
Libraries2
Is Avoca a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Avoca receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Avoca offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Avoca is $74,167, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Education
31.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Avoca experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches, including 16.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Avoca has a population of 344 with a density of 164 people per square mile. The median age is 52.6 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%).
Population
52.6yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.1% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.9% |
| 63% below US avg |
The median household income in Avoca is $74,167, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $74,167 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $44,090 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $949 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,281 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.9% |
| 37% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 906 |
| County GDP | $1,784M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 58 |
| Healthcare | 126 |
| Retail | 165 |
| Manufacturing | 53 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,863 |
| 18% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,863 |
| 18% below US avg |
In Avoca, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Avoca vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.2% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.9% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 80.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,600/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 126 |
Crime Rates: Avoca vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Avoca has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
74°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 53.0°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 48.0 inches |
| 26% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 16.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 572 ft (174 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 164/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9172°N, 86.5556°W |
| County FIPS | 18093 |