Median Income
$64,750
14% lower than US avg
Home Value
$101,000
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.6%
71% lower than US avg
How Dorrance Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population193
Median Age64.4 yrs
Density568/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.9%
Economy
A
Median Income$64,750
Per Capita$39,527
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$357M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$101,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$113,855
Health
Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain28.1 in/yr
Elevation1,729 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute19 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries3
Is Dorrance a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Dorrance receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Dorrance offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Dorrance is $64,750, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Dorrance is $101,000, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Dorrance experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Dorrance has a population of 193 with a density of 568 people per square mile. The median age is 64.4 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).
Population
64.4yrs
Median Age
66% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.1% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.9% |
| 49% below US avg |
The median household income in Dorrance is $64,750, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $64,750 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,527 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $840 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,725 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.6% |
| 71% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 312 |
| County GDP | $357M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,163 |
| 48% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.11% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 81.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Dorrance is $101,000, 64% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $113,855.
Home Values
| Census Median | $101,000 |
| 64% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $113,855 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,163 |
| 48% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.11% |
In Dorrance, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Dorrance vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.9% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.0% |
| Depression | 22.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.3% |
| Premature Death | 10,340/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
Crime Rates: Dorrance vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Dorrance has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
80°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 54.3°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 28.1 inches |
| 26% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,729 ft (527 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 568/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.8469°N, 98.5900°W |
| County FIPS | 20167 |