Median Income
$31,648
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$731
37% lower than US avg
Unemployment
5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.9%
4% higher than US avg
How Betsy Layne Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population573
Median Age68.0 yrs
Density317/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
C+
Median Income$31,648
Per Capita$27,748
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty12.9%
County GDP$1,403M
Housing
B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$731
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$124,674
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation924 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+85.2%
School Score5.50
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
CommuteN/A
Libraries3
Is Betsy Layne a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Betsy Layne receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Betsy Layne has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Betsy Layne is $31,648, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $731 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Betsy Layne experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Betsy Layne has a population of 573 with a density of 317 people per square mile. The median age is 68.0 years, 75% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%), with 1.9% Hispanic.
Population
68.0yrs
Median Age
75% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Betsy Layne 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
Betsy Layne vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Betsy Layne is $31,648, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: Betsy Layne vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $31,648 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,748 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $912 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,428 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.5% |
| 53% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.9% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,160 |
| County GDP | $1,403M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 43 |
| Healthcare | 139 |
| Retail | 145 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,235 |
| 21% above US avg |
Monthly rent averages $731 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $124,674.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $731 |
| 37% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,235 |
| 21% above US avg |
Health Metrics: Betsy Layne vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.1% |
| |
| Premature Death | 19,361/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 26.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 139 |
Crime Rates: Betsy Layne vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
Safety Score
Betsy Layne has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
33°F Jan (1°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 54.8°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 924 ft (282 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 317/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.5520°N, 82.6247°W |
| County FIPS | 21071 |