Median Income
$71,563
5% lower than US avg
Home Value
$338,900
20% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.8%
37% lower than US avg
How Bicknell Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population383
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density672/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A
Median Income$71,563
Per Capita$39,873
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$1,657M
Commute20 min
Housing
A
Home Value$338,900
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain8.4 in/yr
Elevation7,122 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+98.6%
School Score5.82
Community
2024 VoteR 87% / D 11%
Commute20 min
Libraries3
Is Bicknell a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bicknell receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Bicknell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bicknell is $71,563, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bicknell is $338,900, 20% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Bicknell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.4 inches, including 19.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Bicknell has a population of 383 with a density of 672 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 2.3% Hispanic.
Population
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
The median household income in Bicknell is $71,563, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $71,563 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,873 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $918 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,412 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.8% |
| 37% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 812 |
| County GDP | $1,657M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 60 |
| Healthcare | 80 |
| Retail | 103 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,320 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.98% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.9 min |
| Work from Home | 23.7% |
The median home value in Bicknell is $338,900, 20% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $338,900 |
| 20% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $950 |
| 18% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $981 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,082 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,313 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,746 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,105 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,320 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.98% |
In Bicknell, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bicknell vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.2% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.7% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.2% |
| Depression | 27.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.8% |
| Premature Death | 6,837/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 80 |
Crime Rates: Bicknell vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Bicknell has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
67°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 44.5°F |
| 18% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 8.4 inches |
| 78% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 19.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,122 ft (2,171 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 672/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3407°N, 111.5442°W |
| County FIPS | 49041 |