Median Income
$28,750
62% lower than US avg
Home Value
$52,300
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
46.8%
46% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Dixon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population170
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density293/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 29%
Economy
B+
Median Income$28,750
Per Capita$15,505
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$978M
Commute12 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$52,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity46.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease8.1%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Elevation845 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+87.2%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute12 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries3
Is Dixon a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Dixon 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, high obesity rates. Dixon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Dixon is $28,750, 62% below the national average of $75,149. 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 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Dixon is $52,300, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Dixon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Dixon has a population of 170 with a density of 293 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (53.5%), with 28.8% White, 17.6% Hispanic.
Population
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 81.5% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Spanish | 18.5% |
| 38% above US avg |
The median household income in Dixon is $28,750, which is 62% below 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 12 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,750 |
| 62% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $15,505 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $903 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,010 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 504 |
| County GDP | $978M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Healthcare | 46 |
| Retail | 61 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,400 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.59% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 11.5 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Dixon is $52,300, 81% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $52,300 |
| 81% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,400 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.59% |
In Dixon, 46.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 39.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Dixon vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 46.8% |
| 46% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.2% |
| Heart Disease | 8.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.7% |
| Asthma | 13.3% |
| COPD | 10.3% |
| Stroke | 4.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 39.9% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 22.0% |
| Physical Distress | 17.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 69.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.0% |
| Premature Death | 16,302/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 46 |
Crime Rates: Dixon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Dixon has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.2 inches |
| 14% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 4.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 845 ft (258 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 293/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1610°N, 96.5184°W |
| County FIPS | 40133 |