Median Income
$70,500
6% lower than US avg
Home Value
$95,500
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.4%
48% lower than US avg
How Bascom Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population152
Median Age48.9 yrs
Density633/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans9.8%
Economy
A
Median Income$70,500
Per Capita$45,801
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$1,986M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$95,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,301
Health
Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease7.1%
Climate
Avg Temp68°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.1 in/yr
Elevation137 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+93.4%
School Score5.60
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%
Commute30 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries2
Is Bascom a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bascom receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Bascom offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bascom is $70,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bascom is $95,500, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Bascom enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Bascom has a population of 152 with a density of 633 people per square mile. The median age is 48.9 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%).
Population
48.9yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.1% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.9% |
| 63% below US avg |
The median household income in Bascom is $70,500, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $70,500 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $45,801 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $910 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,667 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.4% |
| 48% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,052 |
| County GDP | $1,986M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 79 |
| Healthcare | 88 |
| Retail | 163 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,391 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.55% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 97.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Bascom is $95,500, 66% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,301.
Home Values
| Census Median | $95,500 |
| 66% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $168,301 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,391 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.55% |
In Bascom, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bascom vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.0% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.0% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.7% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 9.2% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.2% |
| Depression | 22.2% |
| Mental Distress | 21.4% |
| Physical Distress | 16.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.1% |
| Premature Death | 13,579/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 25.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 88 |
Crime Rates: Bascom vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
Safety Score
Bascom has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
52°F Jan (11°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 68.3°F |
| 26% above US avg |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 51.1 inches |
| 35% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 137 ft (42 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 633/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.9278°N, 85.1181°W |
| County FIPS | 12063 |