Median Income
$66,071
12% lower than US avg
Home Value
$157,800
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$763
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.9%
77% lower than US avg
How Baskin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population180
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density135/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Economy
A
Median Income$66,071
Per Capita$25,656
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$619M
Commute33 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$157,800
Rent$763
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Elevation73 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+85.8%
School Score4.48
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute33 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries2
Is Baskin a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Baskin receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Baskin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Baskin is $66,071, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Baskin is $157,800, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $763 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Baskin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Baskin has a population of 180 with a density of 135 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.3%), with 5.6% Hispanic, 9.4% Black.
Population
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below 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 Baskin is $66,071, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,071 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,656 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $739 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $46,773 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.9% |
| 77% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 491 |
| County GDP | $619M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 28 |
| Healthcare | 53 |
| Retail | 67 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,750 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.11% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.1 min |
| Work from Home | 2.8% |
The median home value in Baskin is $157,800, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $763 (34% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $157,800 |
| 44% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $763 |
| 34% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,750 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.11% |
In Baskin, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.3% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Baskin vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.0% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.5% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.6% |
| Depression | 31.3% |
| Mental Distress | 21.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.5% |
| Premature Death | 14,083/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 53 |
Crime Rates: Baskin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Baskin has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 66.0°F |
| 22% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 73 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 135/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.2591°N, 91.7473°W |
| County FIPS | 22041 |