Median Income
$42,287
44% lower than US avg
Home Value
$160,900
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$937
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.7%
62% lower than US avg
How Earl Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population367
Median Age56.3 yrs
Density427/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans3.6%
Economy
B+
Median Income$42,287
Per Capita$25,434
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$6,025M
Commute18 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$160,900
Rent$937
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden17.2%
Health
Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Elevation840 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+91.2%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute18 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries3
Is Earl a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Earl receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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 below-average incomes. Earl offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Earl is $42,287, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 4.7% 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 Earl is $160,900, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $937 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Earl enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Earl has a population of 367 with a density of 427 people per square mile. The median age is 56.3 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.9%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 9.8% Black.
Population
56.3yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.9% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.1% |
| 40% below US avg |
The median household income in Earl is $42,287, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $42,287 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,434 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,034 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,314 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.7% |
| 62% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,287 |
| County GDP | $6,025M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 181 |
| Healthcare | 226 |
| Retail | 388 |
| Manufacturing | 106 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,265 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.03% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 57.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Earl is $160,900, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $937 (19% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $160,900 |
| 43% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $937 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 17.2% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,265 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.03% |
In Earl, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Earl vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.0% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.5% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.7% |
| Depression | 28.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Premature Death | 12,476/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 226 |
Crime Rates: Earl vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
Safety Score
Earl has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.2°F |
| 10% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.4 inches |
| 33% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 4.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 840 ft (256 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 427/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1954°N, 81.5340°W |
| County FIPS | 37045 |