Median Income
$42,639
43% lower than US avg
Home Value
$73,300
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.1%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$572
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.6%
10% higher than US avg
How Geraldine Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population264
Median Age56.5 yrs
Density463/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans12.1%
Economy
B
Median Income$42,639
Per Capita$26,008
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$292M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$73,300
Rent$572
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$244,813
Rent Burden18.4%
Health
Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Elevation3,145 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.1%
High School+95.2%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 64% / D 32%
Commute21 min
Broadband62.8%
Libraries4
Is Geraldine a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Geraldine receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Geraldine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Geraldine is $42,639, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Geraldine is $73,300, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $572 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Geraldine experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Geraldine has a population of 264 with a density of 463 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).
Population
56.5yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Geraldine 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
Geraldine vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Geraldine is $42,639, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income: Geraldine vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $42,639 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,008 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $852 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,301 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.6% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 229 |
| County GDP | $292M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 19 |
| Healthcare | 12 |
| Retail | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,671 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.64% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 68.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 13.7% |
The median home value in Geraldine is $73,300, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $572 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $244,813.
Home Values
| Census Median | $73,300 |
| 74% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $244,813 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $572 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 18.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,671 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.64% |
In Geraldine, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Geraldine vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.5% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.3% |
| Depression | 26.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.5% |
| Premature Death | 10,967/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 44.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 12 |
Crime Rates: Geraldine vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Geraldine has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
71°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 16.9 inches |
| 56% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,145 ft (959 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 463/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.6020°N, 110.2667°W |
| County FIPS | 30015 |