Median Income
$48,819
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$103,900
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$465
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.5%
9% higher than US avg
How Berry Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,063
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density99/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Economy
B+
Median Income$48,819
Per Capita$23,072
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$480M
Commute34 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$103,900
Rent$465
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$166,559
Health
Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.9 in/yr
Elevation442 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+73.3%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute34 min
Libraries1
Is Berry a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Berry receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Berry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Berry is $48,819, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Berry is $103,900, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $465 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Berry enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Berry has a population of 1,063 with a density of 99 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 2.6% Black.
Population
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.1% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.9% |
| 56% below US avg |
The median household income in Berry is $48,819, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,819 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,072 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $863 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,947 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.5% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 370 |
| County GDP | $480M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Healthcare | 39 |
| Retail | 53 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,514 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.46% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.5% |
The median home value in Berry is $103,900, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $465 (60% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,559.
Home Values
| Census Median | $103,900 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $166,559 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $465 |
| 60% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,514 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.46% |
In Berry, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Berry vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.8% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.7% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 8.7% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.6% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.4% |
| Premature Death | 14,667/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 35.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 39 |
Crime Rates: Berry vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Berry has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.3°F |
| 17% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.9 inches |
| 50% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 442 ft (135 m) |
| Area | 10.8 sq mi (27.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 99/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.6667°N, 87.6093°W |
| County FIPS | 01057 |