Median Income
$57,917
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$116,500
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$770
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.8%
77% lower than US avg
How Greentown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,005
Median Age45.1 yrs
Density1,453/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
A
Median Income$57,917
Per Capita$31,881
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$3,220M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$116,500
Rent$770
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$238,199
Health
Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Elevation842 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+91.6%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute23 min
Libraries8
Is Greentown a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Greentown receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Greentown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Greentown is $57,917, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Greentown is $116,500, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $770 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Greentown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Greentown has a population of 2,005 with a density of 1,453 people per square mile. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.
Population
45.1yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Greentown vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Greentown vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Greentown is $57,917, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Greentown vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,917 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,881 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $979 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,014 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.8% |
| 77% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,280 |
| County GDP | $3,220M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 132 |
| Healthcare | 170 |
| Retail | 215 |
| Manufacturing | 58 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,512 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.16% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.1 min |
| Work from Home | 6.2% |
The median home value in Greentown is $116,500, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $770 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $238,199.
Home Values
| Census Median | $116,500 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $238,199 |
| Median List Price | $185,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $185,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $91 |
| Homes Sold | 6 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.8% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 8 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $770 |
| 34% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,512 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.16% |
In Greentown, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Greentown vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.6% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.8% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.0% |
| Depression | 26.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 14,895/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 170 |
Crime Rates: Greentown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Greentown has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.9°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.5 inches |
| 12% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 842 ft (257 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,453/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.4775°N, 85.9625°W |
| County FIPS | 18053 |