Median Income
$54,298
28% lower than US avg
Home Value
$125,200
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.2%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$898
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.3%
41% lower than US avg
How Greene Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,390
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density1,219/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
A
Median Income$54,298
Per Capita$30,088
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$705M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$125,200
Rent$898
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,307
Health
Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Elevation956 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.2%
High School+95.3%
School Score5.72
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute28 min
Libraries8
Is Greene a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Greene receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Greene stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Greene is $54,298, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Greene is $125,200, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $898 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Greene experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Greene has a population of 1,390 with a density of 1,219 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%).
Population
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.7% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.3% |
| 46% below US avg |
The median household income in Greene is $54,298, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,298 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,088 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,023 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,290 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.3% |
| 41% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 424 |
| County GDP | $705M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 19 |
| Healthcare | 28 |
| Retail | 44 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,327 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.66% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.6 min |
| Work from Home | 10.7% |
The median home value in Greene is $125,200, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $898 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,307.
Home Values
| Census Median | $125,200 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $158,307 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $898 |
| 23% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $682 |
| 1 Bedroom | $700 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $919 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,278 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,486 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,327 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.66% |
In Greene, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Greene vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.2% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.9% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.9% |
| Depression | 22.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Premature Death | 5,243/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 28 |
Crime Rates: Greene vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Greene has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
16°F Jan (-9°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 46.7°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.4 inches |
| 7% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 956 ft (291 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,219/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8965°N, 92.8035°W |
| County FIPS | 19023 |