Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Fernwood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population130
Median AgeN/A
Density101/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$558M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease7.2%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Elevation2,764 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+55.4%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
CommuteN/A
Broadband72.0%
Libraries4
Is Fernwood a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Fernwood receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Fernwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
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%.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 55.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Fernwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches, including 56.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Fernwood has a population of 130 with a density of 101 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Fernwood is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,080 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,676 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 427 |
| County GDP | $558M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Healthcare | 12 |
| Retail | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,821 |
| 19% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
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) | $2,821 |
| 19% below US avg |
In Fernwood, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Fernwood vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.8% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.2% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 9.1% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.0% |
| Depression | 23.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.7% |
| Premature Death | 11,075/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 58.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 12 |
Crime Rates: Fernwood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Fernwood has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 47.9°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 31.1 inches |
| 18% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 56.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,764 ft (842 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 101/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.1151°N, 116.3865°W |
| County FIPS | 16009 |