Median Income
$41,477
45% lower than US avg
Home Value
$115,500
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$824
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
25.8%
108% higher than US avg
How Fremont Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population948
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density697/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 46%
Economy
C+
Median Income$41,477
Per Capita$26,492
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.8%
County GDP$5,166M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$115,500
Rent$824
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$112,618
Rent Burden27.1%
Health
Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.3 in/yr
Elevation146 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+83.3%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute22 min
Libraries7
Is Fremont a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Fremont receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Fremont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Fremont is $41,477, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Fremont is $115,500, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $824 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Fremont enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Fremont has a population of 948 with a density of 697 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.3%), with 41.9% Black.
Population
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.2% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.8% |
| 49% below US avg |
The median household income in Fremont is $41,477, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $41,477 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,492 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,051 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,414 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 25.8% |
| 108% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,155 |
| County GDP | $5,166M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 170 |
| Healthcare | 200 |
| Retail | 328 |
| Manufacturing | 85 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,409 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.95% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.5 min |
| Work from Home | 4.7% |
The median home value in Fremont is $115,500, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $824 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $112,618.
Home Values
| Census Median | $115,500 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $112,618 |
| Median List Price | $205,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $205,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $164 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.9% |
| Price Drops | 23.8% |
| Inventory | 21 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $824 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 27.1% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,409 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.95% |
In Fremont, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Fremont vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.7% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.1% |
| Asthma | 12.5% |
| COPD | 8.6% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.5% |
| Depression | 25.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.6% |
| Premature Death | 12,403/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 200 |
Crime Rates: Fremont vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
Safety Score
Fremont has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
42°F Jan (6°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 61.6°F |
| 14% above US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.3 inches |
| 32% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 146 ft (45 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 697/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5437°N, 77.9751°W |
| County FIPS | 37195 |