Home Value
$49,000
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$431
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
38.9%
214% higher than US avg
How Bunker Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population323
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density489/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans9.5%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,111
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty38.9%
Commute17 min
Housing
Home Value$49,000
Rent$431
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$177,407
Housing Units204
Rent Burden26.3%
Health
Obesity40.7%
Uninsured11.5%
Smoking22.1%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.8%
Climate
Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation1,407 ft (429 m)
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+89.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute17 min
Broadband62.5%
Is Bunker a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bunker receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Bunker faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 38.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bunker is $49,000, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $431 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Bunker has a population of 323 with a density of 489 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 2.5% Black.
Population
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.1% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
The median household income in Bunker is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 38.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.9% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 38.9% |
| 214% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |
The median home value in Bunker is $49,000, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $431 (63% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $177,407.
Home Values
| Census Median | $49,000 |
| 83% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $177,407 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $431 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 26.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $732 |
| 1 Bedroom | $775 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $970 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,265 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,457 |
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 43.3% |
| Housing Units | 204 |
| Median Year Built | 1974 |
Property Tax
In Bunker, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.5% of residents lack health insurance. 22.1% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 33.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bunker vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.7% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.8% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 9.8% |
| Cancer | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 22.1% |
| 58% above US avg |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.3% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 16.5% |
| Short Sleep | 39.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 84.9% |
| Uninsured | 11.5% |
| 34% above US avg |
| Checkup Rate | 74.8% |
| Dental Visits | 54.5% |
Food & Exercise