Median Income
$56,397
25% lower than US avg
Home Value
$104,000
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$891
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.1%
59% lower than US avg
How Blossom Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,425
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density559/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Economy
A
Median Income$56,397
Per Capita$28,121
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$3,585M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$104,000
Rent$891
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$212,670
Health
Obesity34.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain49.4 in/yr
Elevation518 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+86.9%
School Score5.10
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute25 min
Libraries1
Is Blossom a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Blossom receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Blossom offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Blossom is $56,397, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Blossom is $104,000, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $891 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Blossom enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Blossom has a population of 1,425 with a density of 559 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.4%), with 5.1% Hispanic, 4.1% Black.
Population
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.8% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.2% |
| 76% below US avg |
The median household income in Blossom is $56,397, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,397 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,121 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,009 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,704 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.1% |
| 59% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,354 |
| County GDP | $3,585M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 114 |
| Healthcare | 183 |
| Retail | 212 |
| Manufacturing | 62 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,710 |
| 35% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.53% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.6 min |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |
The median home value in Blossom is $104,000, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $891 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,670.
Home Values
| Census Median | $104,000 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $212,670 |
| Median List Price | $148,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $148,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $103 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 92.3% |
| Price Drops | 11.1% |
| Inventory | 9 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $891 |
| 23% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,710 |
| 35% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.53% |
In Blossom, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Blossom vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.5% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.9% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.9% |
| Depression | 25.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 79.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.1% |
| Premature Death | 12,236/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 183 |
Crime Rates: Blossom vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Blossom has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 63.0°F |
| 17% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 49.4 inches |
| 30% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 518 ft (158 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 559/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.6633°N, 95.3837°W |
| County FIPS | 48277 |