Median Income
$70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value
$80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
30.1%
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Fordville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population216
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density214/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
A
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$43,848
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,027M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$80,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp39°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.2 in/yr
Elevation1,143 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+30.1%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute21 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries3
Is Fordville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Fordville receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Fordville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Fordville is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. 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 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Fordville is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Fordville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.2 inches, including 42.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Fordville has a population of 216 with a density of 214 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%), with 3.7% Hispanic.
Population
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Fordville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.7% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.3% |
| 68% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Fordville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Fordville is $70,000, which is 7% below 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 21 minutes.
Income: Fordville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $70,000 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $43,848 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,100 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,292 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 519 |
| County GDP | $1,027M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Healthcare | 35 |
| Retail | 46 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,643 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.80% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.6 min |
| Work from Home | 9.8% |
The median home value in Fordville is $80,000, 72% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $80,000 |
| 72% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,643 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.80% |
In Fordville, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Fordville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.8% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.4% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.5% |
| Depression | 21.8% |
| Mental Distress | 15.4% |
| Physical Distress | 11.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.7% |
| Premature Death | 6,772/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 35 |
Crime Rates: Fordville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Fordville has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
5°F Jan (-15°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 38.6°F |
| 29% below US avg |
| January Average | 5°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 20.2 inches |
| 47% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 42.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,143 ft (348 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 214/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.2166°N, 97.7954°W |
| County FIPS | 38099 |