Median Income
$60,278
20% lower than US avg
Home Value
$79,400
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.5%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$583
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.8%
77% lower than US avg
How Egan Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population235
Median Age53.1 yrs
Density220/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Economy
A
Median Income$60,278
Per Capita$28,910
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$486M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$79,400
Rent$583
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$198,603
Health
Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain28.5 in/yr
Elevation1,530 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.5%
High School+92.9%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute28 min
Libraries2
Is Egan a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Egan receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Egan stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Egan is $60,278, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Egan is $79,400, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $583 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Egan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.5 inches, including 40.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Egan has a population of 235 with a density of 220 people per square mile. The median age is 53.1 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%), with 4.7% Hispanic.
Population
53.1yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.6% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.4% |
| 67% below US avg |
The median household income in Egan is $60,278, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,278 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,910 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,023 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,765 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.8% |
| 77% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 218 |
| County GDP | $486M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,171 |
| 19% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.25% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.1 min |
| Work from Home | 11.3% |
The median home value in Egan is $79,400, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $583 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,603.
Home Values
| Census Median | $79,400 |
| 72% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $198,603 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $583 |
| 50% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,171 |
| 19% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.25% |
In Egan, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Egan vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.0% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.1% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.0% |
| Depression | 21.5% |
| Mental Distress | 16.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,921/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
Crime Rates: Egan vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Egan has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-11°C)
71°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 43.3°F |
| 20% below US avg |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 28.5 inches |
| 25% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 40.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,530 ft (466 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 220/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.0003°N, 96.6485°W |
| County FIPS | 46101 |