Median Income
$46,406
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
56.6%
68% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.9%
52% lower than US avg
How Barnard Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population84
Median Age67.5 yrs
Density382/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans82.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$46,406
Per Capita$37,689
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$148M
Commute31 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain29.1 in/yr
Elevation1,318 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+56.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute31 min
Broadband49.0%
Libraries2
Is Barnard a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Barnard receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Barnard stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Barnard is $46,406, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Education
Barnard is a highly educated community — 56.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Barnard experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.1 inches, including 15.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Barnard has a population of 84 with a density of 382 people per square mile. The median age is 67.5 years, 74% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 7.1% Hispanic.
Population
67.5yrs
Median Age
74% above 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 Barnard is $46,406, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,406 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $37,689 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $881 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,756 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.9% |
| 52% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 111 |
| County GDP | $148M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Healthcare | 8 |
| Retail | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,200 |
| 9% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,200 |
| 9% below US avg |
In Barnard, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Barnard vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.4% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.3% |
| Depression | 22.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,735/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
Crime Rates: Barnard vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Barnard has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
80°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 29.1 inches |
| 24% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 15.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,318 ft (402 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 382/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.1892°N, 98.0443°W |
| County FIPS | 20105 |