Median Income
$44,208
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.9%
12% lower than US avg
How Deer Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population147
Median Age64.3 yrs
Density53/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans79.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$44,208
Per Capita$24,119
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$139M
Commute35 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease4.5%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.3 in/yr
Elevation2,225 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+78.2%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute35 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries1
Is Deer a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Deer receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Deer has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Deer is $44,208, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Education
10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Deer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches, including 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Deer has a population of 147 with a density of 53 people per square mile. The median age is 64.3 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.9%).
Population
64.3yrs
Median Age
65% 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 Deer is $44,208, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,208 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,119 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $695 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $47,562 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.9% |
| 12% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 117 |
| County GDP | $139M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,700 |
| 51% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 35.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,700 |
| 51% below US avg |
In Deer, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Deer vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.9% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.3% |
| Heart Disease | 4.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.6% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.8% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.8% |
| Premature Death | 11,536/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 58.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
Crime Rates: Deer vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Deer has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.3 inches |
| 48% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 9.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,225 ft (678 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 53/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.8280°N, 93.2196°W |
| County FIPS | 05101 |