Median Income
$74,583
1% lower than US avg
Home Value
$73,100
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$642
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.5%
7% lower than US avg
How Finley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population322
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density92/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
A
Median Income$74,583
Per Capita$41,310
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$213M
Commute13 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$73,100
Rent$642
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden13.6%
Health
Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp40°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation1,456 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+94.7%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute13 min
Is Finley a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Finley receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Finley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Finley is $74,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Finley is $73,100, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $642 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Finley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Finley has a population of 322 with a density of 92 people per square mile. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 3.7% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.
Population
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% 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 Finley is $74,583, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $74,583 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $41,310 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,192 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $102,381 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.5% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 84 |
| County GDP | $213M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Retail | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 13.1 min |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |
The median home value in Finley is $73,100, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $642 (45% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $73,100 |
| 74% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $642 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 13.6% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Finley, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Finley vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.0% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.1% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.4% |
| Depression | 21.7% |
| Mental Distress | 15.4% |
| Physical Distress | 11.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.3% |
| Premature Death | 6,084/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 37.7% |
Crime Rates: Finley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Finley has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
6°F Jan (-14°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 39.7°F |
| 26% below US avg |
| January Average | 6°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,456 ft (444 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 92/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.5125°N, 97.8373°W |
| County FIPS | 38091 |