Median Income
$200,663
167% higher than US avg
Home Value
$84,500
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Dale Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population227
Median Age66.1 yrs
Density307/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A+
Median Income$200,663
Per Capita$93,886
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$12,453M
Housing
A+
Home Value$84,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,035 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 41%
CommuteN/A
Libraries6
Is Dale a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Dale receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Dale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Dale is $200,663, which is significantly higher than the national average — 167% above $75,149. This places Dale among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Dale is $84,500, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Dale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Dale has a population of 227 with a density of 307 people per square mile. The median age is 66.1 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 5.3% Hispanic.
Population
66.1yrs
Median Age
70% above 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 Dale is $200,663, which is 167% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $200,663 |
| 167% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $93,886 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $984 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $76,889 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 7,371 |
| County GDP | $12,453M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 593 |
| Healthcare | 883 |
| Retail | 786 |
| Manufacturing | 132 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,527 |
| 29% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.36% |
The median home value in Dale is $84,500, 70% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $84,500 |
| 70% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,527 |
| 29% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.36% |
In Dale, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Dale vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.8% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.3% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.9% |
| Depression | 25.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,690/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 883 |
Crime Rates: Dale vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 34 |
Safety Score
Dale has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,035 ft (315 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 307/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.3842°N, 97.0434°W |
| County FIPS | 40027 |