Median Income
$124,145
65% higher than US avg
Home Value
$372,400
32% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
9.1%
153% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.6%
26% higher than US avg
How Echo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population490
Median Age27.3 yrs
Density282/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 57%
Economy
B
Median Income$124,145
Per Capita$32,859
Unemployment9.1%
Poverty15.6%
County GDP$7,414M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$372,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.2%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain60.1 in/yr
Elevation63 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.48
Community
2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute24 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries11
Is Echo a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Echo receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Echo stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Echo is $124,145, which is significantly higher than the national average — 65% above $75,149. This places Echo among higher-income communities. At 9.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Echo is $372,400, 32% above the national median. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Echo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Echo has a population of 490 with a density of 282 people per square mile. The median age is 27.3 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.3%), with 42.7% Black.
Population
27.3yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Echo is $124,145, which is 65% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $124,145 |
| 65% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,859 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $996 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,140 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.1% |
| 153% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,093 |
| County GDP | $7,414M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 259 |
| Healthcare | 580 |
| Retail | 535 |
| Manufacturing | 69 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,379 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.91% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Echo is $372,400, 32% above the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $372,400 |
| 32% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,379 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.91% |
In Echo, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.2% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Echo vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.4% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.4% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 8.9% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.6% |
| Depression | 31.2% |
| Mental Distress | 21.7% |
| Physical Distress | 16.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Premature Death | 15,366/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 580 |
Crime Rates: Echo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Echo has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
49°F Jan (10°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 66.9°F |
| 24% above US avg |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 60.1 inches |
| 58% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 63 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 282/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.1085°N, 92.2406°W |
| County FIPS | 22079 |