Median Income
$51,750
31% lower than US avg
Home Value
$164,100
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.3%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$888
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.0%
60% lower than US avg
How Genoa Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population179
Median Age51.1 yrs
Density577/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
A
Median Income$51,750
Per Capita$33,298
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$188M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$164,100
Rent$888
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity28.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain16.2 in/yr
Elevation5,599 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.3%
High School+95.8%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute27 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries1
Is Genoa a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Genoa receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Genoa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Genoa is $51,750, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Genoa is $164,100, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $888 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Genoa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.2 inches, including 35.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Genoa has a population of 179 with a density of 577 people per square mile. The median age is 51.1 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 4.5% Hispanic.
Population
51.1yrs
Median Age
31% 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 Genoa is $51,750, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $51,750 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,298 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $834 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,494 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.0% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 154 |
| County GDP | $188M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 4 |
| Healthcare | 7 |
| Retail | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,200 |
| 66% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.73% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.3 min |
| Work from Home | 16.7% |
The median home value in Genoa is $164,100, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $888 (24% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $164,100 |
| 42% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $888 |
| 24% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,200 |
| 66% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.73% |
In Genoa, 28.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Genoa vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 28.1% |
| 12% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.3% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.4% |
| Depression | 24.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.1% |
| Premature Death | 11,152/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 42.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 7 |
Crime Rates: Genoa vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Genoa has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-0°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 16.2 inches |
| 57% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 35.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,599 ft (1,707 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 577/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.2782°N, 103.4987°W |
| County FIPS | 08121 |