Median Income
$60,825
19% lower than US avg
Home Value
$152,800
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.5%
72% lower than US avg
How Ballplay Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,149
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density49/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
B+
Median Income$60,825
Per Capita$24,288
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$797M
Commute40 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$152,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.6 in/yr
Elevation555 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+84.3%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute40 min
Libraries1
Is Ballplay a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ballplay receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. Ballplay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ballplay is $60,825, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ballplay is $152,800, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Ballplay enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Ballplay has a population of 1,149 with a density of 49 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 5.6% Hispanic.
Population
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.9% |
| 71% below US avg |
The median household income in Ballplay is $60,825, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,825 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,288 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $859 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,738 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.8% |
| 89% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 498 |
| County GDP | $797M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 38 |
| Healthcare | 60 |
| Retail | 70 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,172 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.42% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 39.6 min |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |
The median home value in Ballplay is $152,800, 46% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $152,800 |
| 46% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,172 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.42% |
In Ballplay, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ballplay vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.4% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.5% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.0% |
| Depression | 27.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 12,681/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 30.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 60 |
Crime Rates: Ballplay vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Ballplay has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 62.8°F |
| 16% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 57.6 inches |
| 52% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 555 ft (169 m) |
| Area | 23.6 sq mi (61.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 49/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.0230°N, 85.8015°W |
| County FIPS | 01019 |