Median Income
$63,000
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$106,800
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
27.8%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$954
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.9%
69% lower than US avg
How Exeter Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population505
Median Age56.9 yrs
Density802/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
A
Median Income$63,000
Per Capita$40,763
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$560M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$106,800
Rent$954
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$162,469
Health
Obesity42.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain29.0 in/yr
Elevation1,607 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+27.8%
High School+86.7%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute19 min
Libraries5
Is Exeter a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Exeter receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Exeter stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Exeter is $63,000, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Exeter is $106,800, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $954 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Exeter experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.0 inches, including 23.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Exeter has a population of 505 with a density of 802 people per square mile. The median age is 56.9 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%), with 1.8% Hispanic.
Population
56.9yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.3% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.7% |
| 87% below US avg |
The median household income in Exeter is $63,000, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,000 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $40,763 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,022 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,693 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.9% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 280 |
| County GDP | $560M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,867 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.68% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.1 min |
| Work from Home | 3.6% |
The median home value in Exeter is $106,800, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $954 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $162,469.
Home Values
| Census Median | $106,800 |
| 62% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $162,469 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $954 |
| 18% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,867 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.68% |
In Exeter, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.2% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Exeter vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.8% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.3% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.5% |
| Depression | 18.2% |
| Mental Distress | 15.5% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.5% |
| Premature Death | 5,978/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
Crime Rates: Exeter vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Exeter has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.7°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 29.0 inches |
| 24% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 23.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,607 ft (490 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 802/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6445°N, 97.4488°W |
| County FIPS | 31059 |