Home Value
$644,200
129% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
33.7%
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment
8.2%
128% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Friendship Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population336
Median Age52.4 yrs
Density187/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$75,515
Unemployment8.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,248M
Commute37 min
Housing
Home Value$644,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$619,851
Health
Obesity32.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease4.6%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Elevation140 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+33.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.85
Community
2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute37 min
Libraries5
Is Friendship a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Friendship receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Friendship offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
At 8.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Friendship is $644,200, making it a premium housing market at 129% above the U.S. median of $281,900.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 33.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Friendship enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches, including 15.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Friendship has a population of 336 with a density of 187 people per square mile. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.9%), with 13.1% Black.
Population
52.4yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Friendship vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Friendship vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Friendship is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.
Income: Friendship vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $75,515 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,176 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $100,846 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 8.2% |
| 128% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,022 |
| County GDP | $6,248M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 156 |
| Healthcare | 197 |
| Retail | 191 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,763 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.74% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 37.3 min |
| Work from Home | 13.1% |
The median home value in Friendship is $644,200, 129% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $619,851.
Home Values
| Census Median | $644,200 |
| 129% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $619,851 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,763 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.74% |
In Friendship, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 16.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Friendship vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.0% |
| 0% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 4.6% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.8% |
| Depression | 21.6% |
| Mental Distress | 15.1% |
| Physical Distress | 10.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 6,742/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 197 |
Crime Rates: Friendship vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Friendship has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above US avg |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.0 inches |
| 18% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 15.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 140 ft (43 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 187/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.7358°N, 76.5878°W |
| County FIPS | 24009 |