Median Income
$50,486
33% lower than US avg
Home Value
$106,300
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime
315/100K
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.2%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$719
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.3%
41% lower than US avg
How Bangs Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,731
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density1,154/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Economy
B+
Median Income$50,486
Per Capita$29,561
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$281M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$106,300
Rent$719
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$173,791
Crime
F
Violent315/100K
Property568/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault189/100K
Burglary126/100K
Health
Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain27.9 in/yr
Elevation1,604 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.2%
High School+87.3%
School Score5.10
Community
2024 VoteR 89% / D 10%
Commute21 min
Libraries1
Is Bangs a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bangs receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bangs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bangs is $50,486, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bangs is $106,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $719 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Bangs is below the national average at 315 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 568 per 100,000, 71% below the national average.
Education
15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Bangs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Bangs has a population of 1,731 with a density of 1,154 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 8.1% Black.
Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 85.4% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Spanish | 14.6% |
| 9% above US avg |
The median household income in Bangs is $50,486, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,486 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,561 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $866 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,347 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.3% |
| 41% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 258 |
| County GDP | $281M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,700 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.42% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |
The median home value in Bangs is $106,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $719 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,791.
Home Values
| Census Median | $106,300 |
| 62% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $173,791 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $719 |
| 38% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,700 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.42% |
In Bangs, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bangs vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.4% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.2% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.9% |
| Depression | 25.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 77.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.2% |
| Premature Death | 13,602/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
Bangs has a violent crime rate of 315 per 100,000 residents, 17% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 568 per 100,000 (71% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.
Crime Rates: Bangs vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 315.5/100K |
| 17% below US avg |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg |
| Rape | 126.2/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 189.3/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 567.8/100K |
| 71% below US avg |
| Burglary | 126.2/100K |
| Theft | 441.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Bangs has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 66.3°F |
| 23% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 27.9 inches |
| 27% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,604 ft (489 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,154/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.7161°N, 99.1303°W |
| County FIPS | 48083 |