Median Income
$39,250
48% lower than US avg
Home Value
$95,500
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.1%
27% lower than US avg
How Emmett Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population186
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density930/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Economy
B+
Median Income$39,250
Per Capita$21,955
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$1,591M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$95,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Elevation1,024 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+88.2%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute31 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries5
Is Emmett a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Emmett receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Emmett offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Emmett is $39,250, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Emmett is $95,500, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Emmett experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Emmett has a population of 186 with a density of 930 people per square mile. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%), with 7.5% Hispanic.
Population
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% 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 Emmett is $39,250, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $39,250 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,955 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $989 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,037 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.1% |
| 27% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 747 |
| County GDP | $1,591M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 50 |
| Healthcare | 64 |
| Retail | 86 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,316 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.52% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.7 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Emmett is $95,500, 66% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $95,500 |
| 66% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $219 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
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) | $4,316 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.52% |
In Emmett, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Emmett vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.6% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.5% |
| Depression | 21.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 79.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.4% |
| Premature Death | 7,314/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 64 |
Crime Rates: Emmett vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Emmett has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 54.5°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 34.7 inches |
| 9% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 16.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,024 ft (312 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 930/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.3073°N, 96.0576°W |
| County FIPS | 20149 |