Home Value
$293,800
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
33.6%
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Fishing Creek Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population179
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density169/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,651
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,801M
Commute8 min
Housing
Home Value$293,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$317,704
Health
Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation2 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+33.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.85
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute8 min
Libraries2
Is Fishing Creek a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Fishing Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Fishing Creek 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%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Fishing Creek is $293,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 33.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Fishing Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 12.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Fishing Creek has a population of 179 with a density of 169 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Fishing Creek vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Fishing Creek vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Fishing Creek is N/A. 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 8 minutes.
Income: Fishing Creek vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $31,651 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,011 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,254 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 798 |
| County GDP | $1,801M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 57 |
| Healthcare | 69 |
| Retail | 95 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,084 |
| 17% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.39% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 8.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Fishing Creek is $293,800, 4% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $317,704.
Home Values
| Census Median | $293,800 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $317,704 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,084 |
| 17% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.39% |
In Fishing Creek, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.6% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Fishing Creek vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.7% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.0% |
| Asthma | 9.4% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.8% |
| Depression | 19.6% |
| Mental Distress | 16.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 12,187/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 69 |
Crime Rates: Fishing Creek vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Fishing Creek has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above US avg |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.3 inches |
| 19% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 12.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 169/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3370°N, 76.2217°W |
| County FIPS | 24019 |