Median Income
$41,667
45% lower than US avg
Home Value
$213,300
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.6%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
23.5%
90% higher than US avg
How Grover Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population179
Median Age59.8 yrs
Density298/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
C+
Median Income$41,667
Per Capita$28,865
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty23.5%
County GDP$29,473M
Commute30 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$213,300
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden14.4%
Health
Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain13.4 in/yr
Elevation5,077 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.6%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute30 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries19
Is Grover a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Grover receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Grover has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Grover is $41,667, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 23.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Grover is $213,300, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Grover experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.4 inches, including 18.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Grover has a population of 179 with a density of 298 people per square mile. The median age is 59.8 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 1.1% Hispanic.
Population
59.8yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Grover is $41,667, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $41,667 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,865 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,277 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,945 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 23.5% |
| 90% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 9,567 |
| County GDP | $29,473M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 544 |
| Healthcare | 646 |
| Retail | 698 |
| Manufacturing | 350 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,919 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.84% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Grover is $213,300, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $213,300 |
| 24% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $675 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 14.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,919 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.84% |
In Grover, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Grover vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.9% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.7% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.5% |
| Depression | 24.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.0% |
| Premature Death | 6,882/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 646 |
Crime Rates: Grover vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 44 |
Safety Score
Grover has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.4 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 | 47.7°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 13.4 inches |
| 65% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 18.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,077 ft (1,547 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 298/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8691°N, 104.2259°W |
| County FIPS | 08123 |