Median Income
$65,000
14% lower than US avg
Home Value
$158,100
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$870
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.7%
46% lower than US avg
How Carnesville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population717
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density199/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Economy
B+
Median Income$65,000
Per Capita$45,370
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$1,502M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$158,100
Rent$870
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$304,294
Health
Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Elevation768 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.6%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2
Is Carnesville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Carnesville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Carnesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Carnesville is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Carnesville is $158,100, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $870 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
15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Carnesville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Carnesville has a population of 717 with a density of 199 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.7%), with 4.2% Hispanic, 9.5% Black.
Population
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Carnesville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.1% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Carnesville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Carnesville is $65,000, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income: Carnesville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $65,000 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $45,370 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $898 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,627 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.5% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.7% |
| 46% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 610 |
| County GDP | $1,502M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 57 |
| Healthcare | 39 |
| Retail | 106 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,317 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.10% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Carnesville is $158,100, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $870 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $304,294.
Home Values
| Census Median | $158,100 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $304,294 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $870 |
| 25% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,317 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.10% |
In Carnesville, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Carnesville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.8% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.2% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.9% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 12,333/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Exercise Access | 41.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 39 |
Crime Rates: Carnesville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Carnesville has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
42°F Jan (5°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 60.8°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 52.1 inches |
| 37% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 768 ft (234 m) |
| Area | 3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 199/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.3753°N, 83.2275°W |
| County FIPS | 13119 |