Median Income
$58,125
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$98,200
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.1%
91% lower than US avg
How Bear Grass Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population94
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density376/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans63.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$58,125
Per Capita$29,891
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$808M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$98,200
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden17.5%
Health
Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Elevation59 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+98.3%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute24 min
Broadband39.0%
Libraries2
Is Bear Grass a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bear Grass receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bear Grass stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bear Grass is $58,125, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.1% 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 Bear Grass is $98,200, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Bear Grass enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Bear Grass has a population of 94 with a density of 376 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).
Population
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Bear Grass vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Bear Grass vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Bear Grass is $58,125, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income: Bear Grass vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $58,125 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,891 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $742 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,342 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.1% |
| 91% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 494 |
| County GDP | $808M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 44 |
| Healthcare | 63 |
| Retail | 81 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,589 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.64% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 90.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |
The median home value in Bear Grass is $98,200, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $98,200 |
| 65% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $675 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 17.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,589 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.64% |
In Bear Grass, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bear Grass vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.6% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.4% |
| Depression | 28.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 83.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 14,543/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 63 |
Crime Rates: Bear Grass vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Bear Grass has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 53.2 inches |
| 40% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 376/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.7664°N, 77.1289°W |
| County FIPS | 37117 |