Median Income
$61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value
$215,400
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$613
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.7%
30% lower than US avg
How Ferdinand Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population182
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density1,011/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans7.1%
Economy
A
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$28,359
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$223M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$215,400
Rent$613
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden18.5%
Health
Obesity33.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain22.6 in/yr
Elevation3,728 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+91.0%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute19 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries4
Is Ferdinand a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ferdinand receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Ferdinand offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ferdinand is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average 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 Ferdinand is $215,400, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $613 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Ferdinand experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.6 inches, including 61.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Ferdinand has a population of 182 with a density of 1,011 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 2.7% Hispanic.
Population
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Ferdinand vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.9% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Ferdinand vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Ferdinand is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income: Ferdinand vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,250 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,359 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $837 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,869 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.7% |
| 30% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 234 |
| County GDP | $223M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 15 |
| Healthcare | 12 |
| Retail | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,080 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.97% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 77.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.9% |
The median home value in Ferdinand is $215,400, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $613 (47% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $215,400 |
| 24% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $613 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 18.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,080 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.97% |
In Ferdinand, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ferdinand vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.4% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.2% |
| Depression | 24.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.9% |
| Premature Death | 13,688/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 43.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 12 |
Crime Rates: Ferdinand vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Ferdinand has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 47.6°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 22.6 inches |
| 40% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 61.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,728 ft (1,136 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,011/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.1519°N, 116.3900°W |
| County FIPS | 16061 |