Median Income
$49,223
34% lower than US avg
Home Value
$151,400
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.1%
35% lower than US avg
How Grove Hill Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,940
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density256/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 56%
Economy
B
Median Income$49,223
Per Capita$34,776
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$1,130M
Commute16 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$151,400
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$139,202
Health
Obesity43.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain61.4 in/yr
Elevation463 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+83.9%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute16 min
Libraries3
Is Grove Hill a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Grove Hill receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Grove Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Grove Hill is $49,223, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Grove Hill is $151,400, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Grove Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Grove Hill has a population of 1,940 with a density of 256 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55.5%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 42% Black.
Population
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Grove Hill 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
Grove Hill vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Grove Hill is $49,223, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.
Income: Grove Hill vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,223 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,776 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $986 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,349 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.4% |
| 50% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.1% |
| 35% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 730 |
| County GDP | $1,130M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 57 |
| Healthcare | 53 |
| Retail | 128 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,289 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.85% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 16.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
The median home value in Grove Hill is $151,400, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,202.
Home Values
| Census Median | $151,400 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $139,202 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $738 |
| 37% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,289 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.85% |
In Grove Hill, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Grove Hill vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.4% |
| 35% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.7% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.9% |
| Depression | 23.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.7% |
| Premature Death | 16,382/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 54.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 53 |
Crime Rates: Grove Hill vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Grove Hill has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.5°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 61.4 inches |
| 62% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 463 ft (141 m) |
| Area | 7.6 sq mi (19.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 256/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.6987°N, 87.7729°W |
| County FIPS | 01025 |