Median Income
$46,780
38% lower than US avg
Home Value
$218,200
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,063
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.3%
33% lower than US avg
How Declo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population514
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density1,836/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Economy
B+
Median Income$46,780
Per Capita$28,762
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$2,637M
Commute15 min
Housing
A
Home Value$218,200
Rent$1,063
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$443,342
Health
Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain10.3 in/yr
Elevation4,211 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+90.6%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 83% / D 14%
Commute15 min
Libraries2
Is Declo a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Declo receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Declo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Declo is $46,780, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Declo is $218,200, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,063 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
17.1% 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 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Declo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Declo has a population of 514 with a density of 1,836 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.8%).
Population
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.5% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.5% |
| 44% below US avg |
The median household income in Declo is $46,780, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,780 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,762 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $957 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,323 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.3% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,135 |
| County GDP | $2,637M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 71 |
| Healthcare | 92 |
| Retail | 124 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,665 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.22% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 15.3 min |
| Work from Home | 3.6% |
The median home value in Declo is $218,200, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,063 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $443,342.
Home Values
| Census Median | $218,200 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $443,342 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,063 |
| 9% 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) | $2,665 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.22% |
In Declo, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Declo vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.3% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.9% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.4% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 16.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,762/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 92 |
Crime Rates: Declo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Declo has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.0°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 10.3 inches |
| 73% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,211 ft (1,284 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,836/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.5196°N, 113.6287°W |
| County FIPS | 16031 |