Median Income
$63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$69,300
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$542
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
18.9%
52% higher than US avg
How Bode Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population388
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density970/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Economy
B+
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$29,504
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.9%
County GDP$598M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$69,300
Rent$542
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$137,834
Rent Burden20.0%
Health
Obesity42.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Elevation1,153 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+75.4%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute26 min
Libraries4
Is Bode a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bode receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Bode offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bode is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bode is $69,300, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $542 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Bode experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Bode has a population of 388 with a density of 970 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.1%).
Population
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 78.2% |
| 0% below US avg |
| Spanish | 21.8% |
| 63% above US avg |
The median household income in Bode is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,750 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,504 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,014 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,410 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 18.9% |
| 52% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 367 |
| County GDP | $598M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 21 |
| Retail | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,919 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.10% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |
The median home value in Bode is $69,300, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $542 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $137,834.
Home Values
| Census Median | $69,300 |
| 75% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $137,834 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $542 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 20.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,919 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.10% |
In Bode, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bode vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.1% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.4% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.9% |
| Depression | 21.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.4% |
| Premature Death | 7,220/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
Crime Rates: Bode vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Bode has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
16°F Jan (-9°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 46.2°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.0 inches |
| 8% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,153 ft (351 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 970/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8680°N, 94.2862°W |
| County FIPS | 19091 |