Median Income
$118,174
57% higher than US avg
Home Value
$258,600
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Ben Wheeler Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,793
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density598/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A+
Median Income$118,174
Per Capita$34,914
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,935M
Commute55 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$258,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Elevation516 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+83.1%
School Score5.10
Community
2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute55 min
Libraries2
Is Ben Wheeler a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ben Wheeler receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Ben Wheeler stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ben Wheeler is $118,174, which is significantly higher than the national average — 57% above $75,149. This places Ben Wheeler among higher-income communities. 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 55 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ben Wheeler is $258,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Ben Wheeler enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Ben Wheeler has a population of 1,793 with a density of 598 people per square mile. The median age is 29.3 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%).
Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Ben Wheeler vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.7% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.3% |
| 83% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Ben Wheeler vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Ben Wheeler is $118,174, which is 57% above the national average of $75,149. 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 55 minutes.
Income: Ben Wheeler vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $118,174 |
| 57% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,914 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $877 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,940 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,142 |
| County GDP | $1,935M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 100 |
| Healthcare | 69 |
| Retail | 148 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,138 |
| 75% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.37% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 54.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |
The median home value in Ben Wheeler is $258,600, 8% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $258,600 |
| 8% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,138 |
| 75% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.37% |
In Ben Wheeler, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ben Wheeler vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.6% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.4% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.6% |
| Depression | 24.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 71.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,899/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 69 |
Crime Rates: Ben Wheeler vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Ben Wheeler has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
83°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 65.5°F |
| 21% above US avg |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 44.8 inches |
| 18% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 516 ft (157 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 598/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.4465°N, 95.7019°W |
| County FIPS | 48467 |