Median Income
$71,607
5% lower than US avg
Home Value
$133,300
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.2%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$730
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.7%
78% lower than US avg
How Forman Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population622
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density797/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
A
Median Income$71,607
Per Capita$53,510
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$1,784M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$133,300
Rent$730
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain23.2 in/yr
Elevation1,256 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.2%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute23 min
Libraries2
Is Forman a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Forman receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Forman stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Forman is $71,607, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Forman is $133,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $730 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Forman has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Forman has a population of 622 with a density of 797 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%), with 3.5% Hispanic.
Population
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
The median household income in Forman is $71,607, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $71,607 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $53,510 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,227 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,176 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.7% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 191 |
| County GDP | $1,784M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Healthcare | 9 |
| Retail | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,433 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.58% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.6 min |
| Work from Home | 2.2% |
The median home value in Forman is $133,300, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $730 (37% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $133,300 |
| 53% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $730 |
| 37% below US avg |
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) | $3,433 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.58% |
In Forman, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Forman vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.1% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.3% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.8% |
| Depression | 21.5% |
| Mental Distress | 15.2% |
| Physical Distress | 11.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.1% |
| Premature Death | 8,707/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
Crime Rates: Forman vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Forman has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
9°F Jan (-13°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 41.5°F |
| 23% below US avg |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 23.2 inches |
| 39% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,256 ft (383 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 797/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.1038°N, 97.6371°W |
| County FIPS | 38081 |