Median Income
$43,224
42% lower than US avg
Home Value
$165,600
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$828
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
16.1%
30% higher than US avg
How Council Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population824
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density777/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
B
Median Income$43,224
Per Capita$20,981
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty16.1%
County GDP$205M
Commute15 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$165,600
Rent$828
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$388,286
Health
Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain22.4 in/yr
Elevation2,938 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+81.3%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute15 min
Libraries2
Is Council a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Council receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Council offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Council is $43,224, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 16.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Council is $165,600, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $828 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Council experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Council has a population of 824 with a density of 777 people per square mile. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.6%), with 2.3% Hispanic.
Population
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.1% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.9% |
| 78% below US avg |
The median household income in Council is $43,224, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $43,224 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,981 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,095 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,171 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 16.1% |
| 30% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 211 |
| County GDP | $205M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,030 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.83% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 15.2 min |
| Work from Home | 13.5% |
The median home value in Council is $165,600, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $828 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $388,286.
Home Values
| Census Median | $165,600 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $388,286 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $828 |
| 29% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,030 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.83% |
In Council, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Council vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.5% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.1% |
| Depression | 25.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,397/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 30.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
Crime Rates: Council vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Council has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 49.2°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 22.4 inches |
| 41% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,938 ft (896 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 777/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.7332°N, 116.4368°W |
| County FIPS | 16003 |