Median Income
$81,583
9% higher than US avg
Home Value
$194,600
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.3%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$684
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.5%
64% lower than US avg
How Calmar Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population980
Median Age31.7 yrs
Density875/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
A+
Median Income$81,583
Per Capita$35,865
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$1,354M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$194,600
Rent$684
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$196,574
Health
Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Elevation1,248 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.3%
High School+96.3%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute22 min
Libraries5
Is Calmar a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Calmar receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Calmar stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Calmar is $81,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Calmar is $194,600, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $684 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Calmar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 37.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Calmar has a population of 980 with a density of 875 people per square mile. The median age is 31.7 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 1.2% Hispanic.
Population
31.7yrs
Median Age
19% below 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 Calmar is $81,583, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $81,583 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,865 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $989 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,419 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.5% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 767 |
| County GDP | $1,354M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 60 |
| Healthcare | 59 |
| Retail | 96 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,702 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.42% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.4 min |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |
The median home value in Calmar is $194,600, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $684 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,574.
Home Values
| Census Median | $194,600 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $196,574 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $684 |
| 41% below US avg |
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) | $4,702 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.42% |
In Calmar, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Calmar vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.2% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.9% |
| Depression | 21.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 4,480/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 59 |
Crime Rates: Calmar vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Calmar has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-7°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.5°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.6 inches |
| 1% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 37.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,248 ft (380 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 875/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.1811°N, 91.8680°W |
| County FIPS | 19191 |