Median Income
$34,750
54% lower than US avg
Home Value
$104,200
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.7%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$678
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.8%
5% lower than US avg
How Bartow Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population208
Median Age60.3 yrs
Density184/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 56%
Economy
B
Median Income$34,750
Per Capita$39,700
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$171M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$104,200
Rent$678
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity43.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease7.7%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Elevation273 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.7%
High School+72.7%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%
Commute30 min
Libraries1
Is Bartow a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bartow receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bartow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bartow is $34,750, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bartow is $104,200, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $678 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Bartow enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Bartow has a population of 208 with a density of 184 people per square mile. The median age is 60.3 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55.8%), with 42.8% Black.
Population
60.3yrs
Median Age
55% 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 Bartow is $34,750, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $34,750 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,700 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $803 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $45,592 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.8% |
| 5% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 143 |
| County GDP | $171M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Healthcare | 14 |
| Retail | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,375 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.28% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.5% |
The median home value in Bartow is $104,200, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $678 (42% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $104,200 |
| 63% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $678 |
| 42% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,585 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,660 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,820 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,182 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,605 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,375 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.28% |
In Bartow, 43.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 38.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bartow vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.3% |
| 35% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 17.1% |
| Heart Disease | 7.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 45.1% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 10.2% |
| Stroke | 5.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.4% |
| Depression | 21.2% |
| Mental Distress | 21.9% |
| Physical Distress | 18.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.9% |
| Premature Death | 13,597/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 14 |
Crime Rates: Bartow vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Bartow has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.7 inches |
| 20% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 273 ft (83 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 184/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.8812°N, 82.4723°W |
| County FIPS | 13167 |