Median Income
$49,167
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$197,900
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$718
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.9%
12% lower than US avg
How Firth Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population381
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density657/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Economy
B+
Median Income$49,167
Per Capita$24,757
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$2,218M
Commute26 min
Housing
A
Home Value$197,900
Rent$718
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Elevation4,567 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+90.7%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 19%
Commute26 min
Libraries4
Is Firth a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Firth receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Firth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Firth is $49,167, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Firth is $197,900, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $718 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Firth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches, including 14.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Firth has a population of 381 with a density of 657 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.7%), with 6.6% Hispanic.
Population
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 90.7% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Spanish | 9.3% |
| 31% below US avg |
The median household income in Firth is $49,167, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,167 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,757 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $915 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,220 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.9% |
| 12% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,520 |
| County GDP | $2,218M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 63 |
| Healthcare | 118 |
| Retail | 108 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,926 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.48% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.1 min |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |
The median home value in Firth is $197,900, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $718 (38% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $197,900 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $450,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $450,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $166 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $718 |
| 38% below US avg |
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) | $2,926 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.48% |
In Firth, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Firth vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.0% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.1% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.6% |
| Depression | 21.7% |
| Mental Distress | 16.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.9% |
| Premature Death | 9,872/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 118 |
Crime Rates: Firth vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Firth has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 47.2°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 12.1 inches |
| 68% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 14.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,567 ft (1,392 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 657/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.3058°N, 112.1835°W |
| County FIPS | 16011 |