Median Income
$60,938
19% lower than US avg
Home Value
$85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Girard Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population182
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density58/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 55%
Economy
A
Median Income$60,938
Per Capita$24,912
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$701M
Commute38 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$85,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,128
Health
Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation223 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute38 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries3
Is Girard a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Girard receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Girard stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Girard is $60,938, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Girard is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
20.8% 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 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Girard enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Girard has a population of 182 with a density of 58 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54.9%), with 39% Black.
Population
36.8yrs
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 Girard is $60,938, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,938 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,912 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $834 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $47,524 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 427 |
| County GDP | $701M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Healthcare | 25 |
| Retail | 72 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,424 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.85% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 37.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Girard is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,128.
Home Values
| Census Median | $85,000 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $168,128 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,424 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.85% |
In Girard, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Girard vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.7% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.2% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 7.9% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.0% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 17,191/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
Crime Rates: Girard vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Girard has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
47°F Jan (9°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 65.4°F |
| 21% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 44.1 inches |
| 16% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 223 ft (68 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 58/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0339°N, 81.7155°W |
| County FIPS | 45011 |