Median Income
$55,833
26% lower than US avg
Home Value
$102,100
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,042
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.5%
9% higher than US avg
How Friendly Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population116
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density1,160/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans86.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$55,833
Per Capita$17,192
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$575M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$102,100
Rent$1,042
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$122,119
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Elevation623 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.81
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute28 min
Broadband44.0%
Libraries1
Is Friendly a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Friendly receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Friendly offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Friendly is $55,833, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Friendly is $102,100, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,042 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Friendly experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Friendly has a population of 116 with a density of 1,160 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%), with 3.4% Hispanic.
Population
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Friendly is $55,833, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,833 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $17,192 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,228 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,540 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.5% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 190 |
| County GDP | $575M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Healthcare | 21 |
| Retail | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,033 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.99% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Friendly is $102,100, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,042 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $122,119.
Home Values
| Census Median | $102,100 |
| 64% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $122,119 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,042 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,033 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.99% |
In Friendly, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.9% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Friendly vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.9% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.5% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.8% |
| Depression | 31.9% |
| Mental Distress | 23.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.1% |
| Premature Death | 8,033/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
Crime Rates: Friendly vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Friendly has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 51.6°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 623 ft (190 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,160/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.5137°N, 81.0618°W |
| County FIPS | 54073 |