Median Income
$60,250
20% lower than US avg
Home Value
$97,600
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.7%
14% lower than US avg
How Empire Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population447
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density194/mi²
Male / Female73% / 27%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Veterans1.4%
Economy
B+
Median Income$60,250
Per Capita$37,074
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$367M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$97,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Elevation357 ft (109 m)
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+89.9%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband65.4%
Libraries1
Is Empire a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Empire receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Empire offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Empire is $60,250, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Empire is $97,600, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Empire enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Empire has a population of 447 with a density of 194 people per square mile. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.8%), with 32.2% Black.
Population
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% 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 Empire is $60,250, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,250 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $37,074 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $875 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,334 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.7% |
| 14% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 220 |
| County GDP | $367M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 22 |
| Healthcare | 17 |
| Retail | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,861 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.93% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 55.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 11.1% |
The median home value in Empire is $97,600, 65% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $97,600 |
| 65% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,861 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.93% |
In Empire, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Empire vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.1% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.3% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.9% |
| Depression | 24.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 15.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 12,846/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
Empire has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
49°F Jan (9°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 65.8°F |
| 22% above US avg |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.0 inches |
| 24% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 357 ft (109 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 194/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.3371°N, 83.2830°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County FIPS | 13023 |