Median Income
$54,097
28% lower than US avg
Home Value
$110,200
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.2%
74% lower than US avg
How Dix Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population268
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density1,218/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Economy
A
Median Income$54,097
Per Capita$28,811
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$263M
Commute18 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$110,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$136,414
Health
Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.9%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain18.2 in/yr
Elevation4,555 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute18 min
Libraries1
Is Dix a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Dix receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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, high obesity rates. Dix offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Dix is $54,097, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Dix is $110,200, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Dix experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.2 inches, including 28.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Dix has a population of 268 with a density of 1,218 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 2.2% Hispanic.
Population
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.4% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.6% |
| 73% below US avg |
The median household income in Dix is $54,097, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,097 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,811 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $966 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,648 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.2% |
| 74% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 144 |
| County GDP | $263M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 7 |
| Retail | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,280 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.98% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Dix is $110,200, 61% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $136,414.
Home Values
| Census Median | $110,200 |
| 61% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $136,414 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,280 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.98% |
In Dix, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.9% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Dix vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.7% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.2% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.9% |
| Depression | 18.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 72.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.9% |
| Premature Death | 9,793/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 7 |
Crime Rates: Dix vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Dix has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.4°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 18.2 inches |
| 52% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 28.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,555 ft (1,388 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,218/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.2343°N, 103.4867°W |
| County FIPS | 31105 |