Median Income
$60,536
19% lower than US avg
Home Value
$199,600
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$944
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.8%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.7%
19% higher than US avg
How Garfield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population586
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density623/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans11.2%
Economy
B+
Median Income$60,536
Per Capita$31,293
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty14.7%
County GDP$40,044M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$199,600
Rent$944
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$264,877
Rent Burden17.5%
Health
Obesity29.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease4.5%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI17 (Good)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Elevation2,496 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 51% / D 46%
Commute28 min
Broadband81.3%
Libraries19
Is Garfield a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Garfield receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Garfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Garfield is $60,536, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 14.7% 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 Garfield is $199,600, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $944 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Garfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.
Garfield has a population of 586 with a density of 623 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87%), with 9.6% Hispanic.
Population
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below 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 Garfield is $60,536, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,536 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,293 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,259 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,041 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.7% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 15,669 |
| County GDP | $40,044M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,237 |
| Healthcare | 1,797 |
| Retail | 1,585 |
| Manufacturing | 523 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,236 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.12% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Garfield is $199,600, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $944 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $264,877.
Home Values
| Census Median | $199,600 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $264,877 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $944 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 17.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $735 |
| 1 Bedroom | $798 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,047 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,456 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,756 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,236 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.12% |
In Garfield, 29.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 14.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Garfield vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.8% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.3% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 4.7% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 14.7% |
| Depression | 27.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.6% |
| Premature Death | 8,070/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,797 |
Crime Rates: Garfield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 40 |
| FEMA Disasters | 819 |
Safety Score
Garfield has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 48.1°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 18.4 inches |
| 52% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 26.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 17.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 90.2% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,496 ft (761 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 623/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.0102°N, 117.1395°W |
| County FIPS | 53063 |