Median Income
$24,583
67% lower than US avg
Home Value
$78,200
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
46.1%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
49.5%
299% higher than US avg
How Bude Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population808
Median Age29.6 yrs
Density565/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 51%
Veterans10.3%
Economy
C
Median Income$24,583
Per Capita$16,660
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty49.5%
County GDP$252M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$78,200
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$87,007
Rent Burden30.0%
Health
Obesity46.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease8.5%
Climate
Avg Temp66°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain61.8 in/yr
Elevation248 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+66.6%
School Score4.42
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 30%
Commute26 min
Broadband79.2%
Libraries1
Is Bude a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bude receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bude has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bude is $24,583, 67% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 49.5% 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 Bude is $78,200, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Bude enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Bude has a population of 808 with a density of 565 people per square mile. The median age is 29.6 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.4%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 45.3% Black.
Population
29.6yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.2% |
| 99% below US avg |
The median household income in Bude is $24,583, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 49.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $24,583 |
| 67% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $16,660 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $913 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,443 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.8% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 49.5% |
| 299% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 136 |
| County GDP | $252M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 3 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 18 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,975 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.53% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.4% |
The median home value in Bude is $78,200, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $87,007.
Home Values
| Census Median | $78,200 |
| 72% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $87,007 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $825 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 30.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $751 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $924 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,177 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,975 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.53% |
In Bude, 46.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 44.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bude vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 46.1% |
| 44% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 19.0% |
| Heart Disease | 8.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 49.5% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 11.9% |
| Stroke | 5.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 44.1% |
| Depression | 21.3% |
| Mental Distress | 21.6% |
| Physical Distress | 18.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.7% |
| Premature Death | 13,144/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
Crime Rates: Bude vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Bude has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 65.6°F |
| 21% above US avg |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 61.8 inches |
| 63% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 248 ft (76 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 565/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.4624°N, 90.8523°W |
| County FIPS | 28037 |