Median Income
$59,250
21% lower than US avg
Home Value
$101,300
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.0%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.3%
49% lower than US avg
How Dearing Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population640
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density780/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
A
Median Income$59,250
Per Capita$25,920
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$875M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$101,300
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$211,924
Health
Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease7.1%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI44 (Good)
Elevation469 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.0%
High School+81.2%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute26 min
Libraries1
Is Dearing a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Dearing receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Dearing stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Dearing is $59,250, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Dearing is $101,300, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Dearing enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Dearing has a population of 640 with a density of 780 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.
Population
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.9% |
| 71% below US avg |
The median household income in Dearing is $59,250, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $59,250 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,920 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $845 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,876 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.3% |
| 49% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 501 |
| County GDP | $875M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 46 |
| Healthcare | 53 |
| Retail | 94 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,326 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.28% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Dearing is $101,300, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $211,924.
Home Values
| Census Median | $101,300 |
| 64% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $211,924 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $168 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.7% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $725 |
| 38% 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) | $3,326 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.28% |
In Dearing, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 32.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Dearing vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.9% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.5% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 9.8% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.4% |
| Depression | 25.5% |
| Mental Distress | 22.1% |
| Physical Distress | 17.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 81.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 13,503/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 53 |
Crime Rates: Dearing vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Dearing has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.6°F |
| 18% above US avg |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 469 ft (143 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 780/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.4152°N, 82.3865°W |
| County FIPS | 13189 |