Median Income
$31,563
58% lower than US avg
Home Value
$46,700
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
27.8%
124% higher than US avg
How Culver Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population79
Median Age56.5 yrs
Density439/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans58.0%
Economy
C
Median Income$31,563
Per Capita$22,182
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty27.8%
County GDP$3,875M
Commute16 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$46,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain29.7 in/yr
Elevation1,260 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+96.3%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute16 min
Broadband31.0%
Libraries2
Is Culver a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Culver receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Culver has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Culver is $31,563, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 27.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Culver is $46,700, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.3% 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 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Culver enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Culver has a population of 79 with a density of 439 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 1.3% Hispanic.
Population
56.5yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.2% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.8% |
| 79% below US avg |
The median household income in Culver is $31,563, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $31,563 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,182 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $975 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,003 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 27.8% |
| 124% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,583 |
| County GDP | $3,875M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 156 |
| Healthcare | 176 |
| Retail | 217 |
| Manufacturing | 70 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,810 |
| 37% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 10.30% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 16.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 87.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Culver is $46,700, 83% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $46,700 |
| 83% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,810 |
| 37% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 10.30% |
In Culver, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Culver vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.4% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.6% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.3% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 83.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Premature Death | 9,658/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 80.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 176 |
Crime Rates: Culver vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Culver has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 55.8°F |
| 3% above US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 29.7 inches |
| 22% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,260 ft (384 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 439/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9702°N, 97.7591°W |
| County FIPS | 20169 |