Median Income
$57,750
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$179,200
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
45.5%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Grainola Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population39
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density163/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans26.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$57,750
Per Capita$59,528
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,343M
Housing
A+
Home Value$179,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp58°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,206 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+45.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
CommuteN/A
Broadband16.0%
Libraries4
Is Grainola a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Grainola receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Grainola stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Grainola is $57,750, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Grainola is $179,200, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 45.5% 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 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Grainola enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Grainola has a population of 39 with a density of 163 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 5.1% Hispanic.
Population
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% 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 Grainola is $57,750, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,750 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $59,528 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $978 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,022 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 560 |
| County GDP | $1,343M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 46 |
| Healthcare | 51 |
| Retail | 105 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,395 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.89% |
The median home value in Grainola is $179,200, 36% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $179,200 |
| 36% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,395 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.89% |
Health Metrics: Grainola vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.0% |
| |
| Premature Death | 10,240/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 51 |
Crime Rates: Grainola vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Grainola has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above US avg |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,206 ft (368 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 163/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.9379°N, 96.6488°W |
| County FIPS | 40113 |