Median Income
$50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value
$85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$838
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
11.7%
225% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
28.0%
126% higher than US avg
How Baldwin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population334
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density499/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans4.5%
Economy
D
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$25,750
Unemployment11.7%
Poverty28.0%
County GDP$2,023M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$838
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$123,599
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation461 ft (141 m)
Education
D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+98.6%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute27 min
Broadband73.4%
Libraries8
Is Baldwin a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Baldwin receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Baldwin has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Baldwin is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 28.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Baldwin is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $838 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Baldwin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Baldwin has a population of 334 with a density of 499 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Baldwin is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,000 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,750 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,070 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,068 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 11.7% |
| 225% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 28.0% |
| 126% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 596 |
| County GDP | $2,023M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Healthcare | 68 |
| Retail | 94 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,703 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.36% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 87.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |
The median home value in Baldwin is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $838 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $123,599.
Home Values
| Census Median | $85,000 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $123,599 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $838 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,703 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.36% |
In Baldwin, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Baldwin vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.8% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 8.7% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.6% |
| Depression | 26.7% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,769/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 68 |
Baldwin has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 55.1°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.6 inches |
| 20% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 10.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 461 ft (141 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 499/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1838°N, 89.8452°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 17157 |