Median Income
$133,958
78% higher than US avg
Home Value
$416,900
48% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
47.3%
40% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$878
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
28.4%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment
15.9%
342% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.1%
83% lower than US avg
How Bishop Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population484
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density583/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Economy
B+
Median Income$133,958
Per Capita$45,499
Unemployment15.9%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$2,564M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$416,900
Rent$878
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$631,279
Health
Obesity28.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease4.1%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Elevation781 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+47.3%
High School+97.9%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 68% / D 32%
Commute24 min
Libraries2
Is Bishop a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bishop receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Bishop stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bishop is $133,958, which is significantly higher than the national average — 78% above $75,149. This places Bishop among higher-income communities. At 15.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bishop is $416,900, 48% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $878 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 47.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Bishop enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Bishop has a population of 484 with a density of 583 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.9%), with 5.4% Hispanic, 21.1% Black.
Population
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.3% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.7% |
| 87% below US avg |
The median household income in Bishop is $133,958, which is 78% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $133,958 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $45,499 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $998 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $139,064 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 15.9% |
| 342% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.1% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,615 |
| County GDP | $2,564M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 86 |
| Healthcare | 209 |
| Retail | 126 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,530 |
| 58% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.33% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.2 min |
| Work from Home | 15.2% |
The median home value in Bishop is $416,900, 48% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $878 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $631,279.
Home Values
| Census Median | $416,900 |
| 48% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $631,279 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $878 |
| 25% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,530 |
| 58% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.33% |
In Bishop, 28.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 17.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bishop vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 28.4% |
| 12% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.6% |
| Asthma | 9.0% |
| COPD | 4.1% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.1% |
| Depression | 20.4% |
| Mental Distress | 15.0% |
| Physical Distress | 10.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 5,599/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 209 |
Crime Rates: Bishop vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Bishop has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.8 inches |
| 26% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 781 ft (238 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 583/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8187°N, 83.4382°W |
| County FIPS | 13219 |