Home Value
$196,900
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Bartow Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population74
Median Age63.5 yrs
Density161/mi²
Male / Female41% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans67.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$30,266
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$111M
Commute7 min
Housing
Home Value$196,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$101,353
Health
Obesity42.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.0%
Heart Disease7.9%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Elevation2,769 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+80.6%
School Score4.81
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute7 min
Broadband33.0%
Libraries1
Is Bartow a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bartow receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bartow faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bartow is $196,900, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Bartow experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches, including 67.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Bartow has a population of 74 with a density of 161 people per square mile. The median age is 63.5 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.7%).
Population
63.5yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 72.3% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Spanish | 27.7% |
| 107% above US avg |
The median household income in Bartow is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $30,266 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $856 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,231 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 135 |
| County GDP | $111M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 3 |
| Healthcare | 5 |
| Retail | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,675 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.36% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 6.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 64.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |
The median home value in Bartow is $196,900, 30% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $101,353.
Home Values
| Census Median | $196,900 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $101,353 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,675 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.36% |
In Bartow, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.0% report depression. 36.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bartow vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.5% |
| 32% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.0% |
| Heart Disease | 7.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.6% |
| Asthma | 12.7% |
| COPD | 11.7% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.1% |
| Depression | 33.0% |
| Mental Distress | 24.6% |
| Physical Distress | 18.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 9,676/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5 |
Crime Rates: Bartow vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Bartow has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
67°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 47.4°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.8 inches |
| 15% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 67.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,769 ft (844 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 161/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.5422°N, 79.7858°W |
| County FIPS | 51091 |