Median Income
$41,992
44% lower than US avg
Home Value
$186,100
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.0%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$656
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.7%
86% lower than US avg
How Bassett Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,020
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density295/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 57%
Economy
B+
Median Income$41,992
Per Capita$23,572
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty1.7%
Commute24 min
Housing
A
Home Value$186,100
Rent$656
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$126,721
Health
Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease7.3%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation955 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.0%
High School+84.1%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute24 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1
Is Bassett a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bassett receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bassett offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bassett is $41,992, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bassett is $186,100, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $656 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Bassett enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 9.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Bassett has a population of 1,020 with a density of 295 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.7%), with 19.3% Black.
Population
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 88.6% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Spanish | 11.4% |
| 15% below US avg |
The median household income in Bassett is $41,992, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $41,992 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,572 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $836 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,699 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.7% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 959 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Healthcare | 105 |
| Retail | 81 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,850 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.53% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.4 min |
| Work from Home | 11.8% |
The median home value in Bassett is $186,100, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $656 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $126,721.
Home Values
| Census Median | $186,100 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $126,721 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $53 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 86.8% |
| Price Drops | 25.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $656 |
| 44% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,850 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.53% |
In Bassett, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bassett vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.1% |
| 34% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.5% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 9.4% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.1% |
| Depression | 26.1% |
| Mental Distress | 21.2% |
| Physical Distress | 17.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Premature Death | 19,661/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 105 |
Crime Rates: Bassett vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Bassett has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above US avg |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.4 inches |
| 25% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 9.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 955 ft (291 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 295/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7615°N, 79.9866°W |
| County FIPS | 51690 |