Median Income
$54,861
27% lower than US avg
Home Value
$87,100
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$425
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.3%
17% lower than US avg
How Birdseye Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population325
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density508/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
B+
Median Income$54,861
Per Capita$21,486
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$3,820M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$87,100
Rent$425
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$225,512
Rent Burden26.4%
Health
Obesity39.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation703 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+85.7%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute26 min
Libraries5
Is Birdseye a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Birdseye receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Birdseye offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Birdseye is $54,861, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Birdseye is $87,100, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $425 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Birdseye enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Birdseye has a population of 325 with a density of 508 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).
Population
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.0% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.0% |
| 93% below US avg |
The median household income in Birdseye is $54,861, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,861 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,486 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,033 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,733 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.3% |
| 17% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,392 |
| County GDP | $3,820M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 115 |
| Healthcare | 136 |
| Retail | 217 |
| Manufacturing | 95 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,700 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.40% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.1 min |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |
The median home value in Birdseye is $87,100, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $425 (63% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $225,512.
Home Values
| Census Median | $87,100 |
| 69% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $225,512 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $425 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 26.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,700 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.40% |
In Birdseye, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Birdseye vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.3% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.4% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.1% |
| Depression | 25.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 6,416/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 136 |
Crime Rates: Birdseye vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Birdseye has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
80°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 57.0°F |
| 6% above US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 703 ft (214 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 508/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3127°N, 86.6985°W |
| County FIPS | 18037 |