Median Income
$31,250
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.5%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.3%
65% lower than US avg
How Fountain Hill Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population100
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density175/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Veterans88.0%
Economy
B
Median Income$31,250
Per Capita$20,829
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$1,196M
Commute24 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity45.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease7.2%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Elevation191 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+98.8%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute24 min
Broadband48.0%
Libraries2
Is Fountain Hill a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Fountain Hill receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Fountain Hill has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Fountain Hill is $31,250, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Education
4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Fountain Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Fountain Hill has a population of 100 with a density of 175 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50%), with 43% Black.
Population
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Fountain Hill vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.6% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.4% |
| 37% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Fountain Hill vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Fountain Hill is $31,250, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income: Fountain Hill vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $31,250 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,829 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $964 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,384 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.5% |
| 53% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.3% |
| 65% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 501 |
| County GDP | $1,196M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 38 |
| Retail | 58 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,837 |
| 48% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 56.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 27.1% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,837 |
| 48% below US avg |
In Fountain Hill, 45.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 40.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Fountain Hill vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.5% |
| 42% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.6% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.1% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 9.7% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 40.4% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 22.5% |
| Physical Distress | 17.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Premature Death | 15,009/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 28.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 38 |
Crime Rates: Fountain Hill vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Fountain Hill has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
83°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 65.1°F |
| 21% above US avg |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.7 inches |
| 49% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 191 ft (58 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 175/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.3575°N, 91.8511°W |
| County FIPS | 05003 |