Median Income
$66,167
12% lower than US avg
Home Value
$145,500
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$590
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.1%
22% higher than US avg
How Excel Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population504
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density305/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans12.1%
Economy
B+
Median Income$66,167
Per Capita$26,478
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.1%
County GDP$848M
Commute33 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$145,500
Rent$590
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden19.7%
Health
Obesity41.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease7.8%
Climate
Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.3 in/yr
Elevation408 ft (124 m)
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+97.4%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute33 min
Broadband66.5%
Libraries1
Is Excel a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Excel receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Excel offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Excel is $66,167, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Excel is $145,500, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $590 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Excel enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Excel has a population of 504 with a density of 305 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.3%), with 6.7% Black.
Population
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% 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 Excel is $66,167, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,167 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,478 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,026 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,234 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 488 |
| County GDP | $848M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Healthcare | 30 |
| Retail | 80 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,527 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.05% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 94.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.2% |
The median home value in Excel is $145,500, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $590 (49% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $145,500 |
| 48% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $590 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 19.7% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,527 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.05% |
In Excel, 41.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 34.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Excel vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.5% |
| 29% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.3% |
| Heart Disease | 7.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.8% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 10.6% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.5% |
| Depression | 27.7% |
| Mental Distress | 21.7% |
| Physical Distress | 17.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Premature Death | 15,785/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 42.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 30 |
Excel has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
50°F Jan (10°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 67.3°F |
| 25% above US avg |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 55.3 inches |
| 45% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 408 ft (124 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 305/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.4264°N, 87.3437°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 01099 |