Median Income
$84,085
12% higher than US avg
Home Value
$287,900
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
29.0%
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Ferndale Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population457
Median Age51.8 yrs
Density171/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans20.8%
Economy
A+
Median Income$84,085
Per Capita$41,278
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$17,949M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$287,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$528,244
Health
Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp73°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Elevation68 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+29.0%
High School+89.3%
School Score5.60
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute30 min
Broadband79.8%
Libraries16
Is Ferndale a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ferndale receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Ferndale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ferndale is $84,085, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ferndale is $287,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
29.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Ferndale has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Ferndale has a population of 457 with a density of 171 people per square mile. The median age is 51.8 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
51.8yrs
Median Age
33% above 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 Ferndale is $84,085, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $84,085 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $41,278 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,021 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,874 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 10,822 |
| County GDP | $17,949M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 679 |
| Healthcare | 1,072 |
| Retail | 1,126 |
| Manufacturing | 196 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,605 |
| 60% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.95% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 81.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 18.6% |
The median home value in Ferndale is $287,900, 2% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $528,244.
Home Values
| Census Median | $287,900 |
| 2% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $528,244 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,605 |
| 60% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.95% |
In Ferndale, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ferndale vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.8% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.1% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.8% |
| Depression | 20.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,159/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,072 |
Crime Rates: Ferndale vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 65 |
Safety Score
Ferndale has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
60°F Jan (16°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 72.7°F |
| 35% above US avg |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 53.6 inches |
| 41% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 68 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 171/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.6195°N, 81.6929°W |
| County FIPS | 12069 |