Median Income
$63,250
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$51,000
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
15.6%
333% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.9%
4% lower than US avg
How Bison Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population201
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density744/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans4.1%
Economy
C+
Median Income$63,250
Per Capita$26,767
Unemployment15.6%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$196M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$51,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$66,234
Health
Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Elevation2,016 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+97.2%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute19 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries4
Is Bison a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bison receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Bison offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bison is $63,250, 16% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.6%, unemployment is notably high. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bison is $51,000, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Bison experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Bison has a population of 201 with a density of 744 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.6%).
Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Bison is $63,250, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,250 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,767 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $852 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,126 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 15.6% |
| 333% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.9% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 116 |
| County GDP | $196M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 4 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,333 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.54% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 93.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Bison is $51,000, 82% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $66,234.
Home Values
| Census Median | $51,000 |
| 82% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $66,234 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,333 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.54% |
In Bison, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bison vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.8% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.6% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.1% |
| Premature Death | 17,778/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
Crime Rates: Bison vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Bison has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-1°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 53.5°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 26.5 inches |
| 30% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 14.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,016 ft (614 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 744/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.5199°N, 99.1979°W |
| County FIPS | 20165 |