Median Income
$70,893
6% lower than US avg
Home Value
$134,300
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.8%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$732
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.5%
96% lower than US avg
How Granville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,463
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density1,117/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Economy
A
Median Income$70,893
Per Capita$38,554
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty0.5%
County GDP$428M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$134,300
Rent$732
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$157,931
Health
Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation682 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.8%
High School+95.1%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute24 min
Libraries6
Is Granville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Granville 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. Granville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Granville is $70,893, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Granville is $134,300, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $732 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
22.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Granville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Granville has a population of 1,463 with a density of 1,117 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.3%).
Population
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Granville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.5% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.5% |
| 44% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Granville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Granville is $70,893, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income: Granville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $70,893 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $38,554 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,339 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,934 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 165 |
| County GDP | $428M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 10 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,588 |
| 31% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.42% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.3 min |
| Work from Home | 1.7% |
The median home value in Granville is $134,300, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $732 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $157,931.
Home Values
| Census Median | $134,300 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $157,931 |
| Median List Price | $99,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $99,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $130 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 106.3% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $732 |
| 37% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,588 |
| 31% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.42% |
In Granville, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Granville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.8% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.0% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.9% |
| Depression | 23.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,768/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 37.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
Crime Rates: Granville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Granville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 682 ft (208 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,117/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.2658°N, 89.2305°W |
| County FIPS | 17155 |