Median Income
$83,400
11% higher than US avg
Home Value
$68,200
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Deerwood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,989
Median Age34.3 yrs
Density3,489/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 41%
Economy
A+
Median Income$83,400
Per Capita$25,853
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$50,079M
Commute43 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$68,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp68°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Elevation191 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+60.6%
School Score5.10
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute43 min
Libraries7
Is Deerwood a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Deerwood receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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 long commute times. Deerwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Deerwood is $83,400, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. 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%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Deerwood is $68,200, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Deerwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Deerwood has a population of 1,989 with a density of 3,489 people per square mile. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (41.4%), with 7.9% Hispanic, 3.3% Black.
Population
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 40.5% |
| 48% below US avg |
| Spanish | 59.5% |
| 344% above US avg |
The median household income in Deerwood is $83,400, which is 11% 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. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $83,400 |
| 11% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,853 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,351 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $115,723 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 15,222 |
| County GDP | $50,079M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,207 |
| Healthcare | 1,667 |
| Retail | 1,677 |
| Manufacturing | 487 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,502 |
| 200% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 15.40% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 42.5 min |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |
The median home value in Deerwood is $68,200, 76% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $68,200 |
| 76% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,502 |
| 200% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 15.40% |
In Deerwood, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.3% report depression. 36.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Deerwood vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.4% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% |
| Asthma | 8.5% |
| COPD | 4.8% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.4% |
| Depression | 18.3% |
| Mental Distress | 16.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 74.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.7% |
| Premature Death | 6,837/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 88.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,667 |
Crime Rates: Deerwood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 63 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Deerwood has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
51°F Jan (10°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 67.7°F |
| 25% above US avg |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.7 inches |
| 25% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 191 ft (58 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,489/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.3153°N, 95.3014°W |
| County FIPS | 48339 |