Median Income
$66,250
12% lower than US avg
Home Value
$142,800
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.5%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.6%
23% lower than US avg
How Barber Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population311
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density48/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 51%
Economy
A
Median Income$66,250
Per Capita$24,425
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$1,929M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$142,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity43.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease7.2%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation925 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+86.7%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute21 min
Libraries2
Is Barber a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Barber receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Barber offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Barber is $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Barber is $142,800, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Barber enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Barber has a population of 311 with a density of 48 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.1%), with 48.6% Hispanic.
Population
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 87.3% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Spanish | 12.7% |
| 5% below US avg |
The median household income in Barber is $66,250, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,250 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,425 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $945 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,962 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.6% |
| 23% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 921 |
| County GDP | $1,929M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 99 |
| Healthcare | 106 |
| Retail | 132 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,513 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.76% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Barber is $142,800, 49% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $142,800 |
| 49% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,513 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.76% |
In Barber, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Barber vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.5% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.0% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.3% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.5% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 57.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 12,008/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 106 |
Crime Rates: Barber vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Barber has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 60.9°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 51.0 inches |
| 34% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 4.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 925 ft (282 m) |
| Area | 6.5 sq mi (16.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 48/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.7521°N, 94.8484°W |
| County FIPS | 40021 |