Median Income
$43,906
42% lower than US avg
Home Value
$99,400
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$805
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.9%
4% lower than US avg
How Calypso Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population441
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density441/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 54%
Veterans4.7%
Economy
B
Median Income$43,906
Per Capita$25,434
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$6,769M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$99,400
Rent$805
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden21.2%
Health
Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Elevation162 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+80.1%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute23 min
Broadband61.6%
Libraries3
Is Calypso a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Calypso receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Calypso offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Calypso is $43,906, 42% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Calypso is $99,400, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $805 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Calypso enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Calypso has a population of 441 with a density of 441 people per square mile. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.5%), with 4.5% Hispanic, 29% Black.
Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.5% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.5% |
| 44% below US avg |
The median household income in Calypso is $43,906, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $43,906 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,434 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $944 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,445 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.9% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,557 |
| County GDP | $6,769M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 224 |
| Healthcare | 252 |
| Retail | 454 |
| Manufacturing | 56 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,371 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.39% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.5% |
The median home value in Calypso is $99,400, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $805 (31% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $99,400 |
| 65% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $805 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 21.2% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,371 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.39% |
In Calypso, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Calypso vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.4% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.4% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.5% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 63.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 11,854/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 86.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 252 |
Crime Rates: Calypso vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
Safety Score
Calypso has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.2°F |
| 10% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 52.0 inches |
| 37% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 2.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 162 ft (49 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 441/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1546°N, 78.1044°W |
| County FIPS | 37191 |