Median Income
$44,286
41% lower than US avg
Home Value
$47,200
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
28.9%
133% higher than US avg
How Guide Rock Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population295
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density590/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
C+
Median Income$44,286
Per Capita$26,121
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty28.9%
County GDP$364M
Commute35 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$47,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$95,086
Health
Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.9 in/yr
Elevation1,657 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+81.7%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute35 min
Libraries3
Is Guide Rock a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Guide Rock receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Guide Rock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Guide Rock is $44,286, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 28.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Guide Rock is $47,200, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Guide Rock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.9 inches, including 21.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Guide Rock has a population of 295 with a density of 590 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%).
Population
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Guide Rock vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.4% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.6% |
| 43% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Guide Rock vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Guide Rock is $44,286, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Income: Guide Rock vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,286 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,121 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $823 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,309 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 28.9% |
| 133% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 128 |
| County GDP | $364M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Healthcare | 11 |
| Retail | 18 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 35.0 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Guide Rock is $47,200, 83% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $95,086.
Home Values
| Census Median | $47,200 |
| 83% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $95,086 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Guide Rock, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Guide Rock vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.0% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.4% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.3% |
| Depression | 19.0% |
| Mental Distress | 15.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,189/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
Crime Rates: Guide Rock vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Guide Rock has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 27.9 inches |
| 27% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 21.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,657 ft (505 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 590/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0737°N, 98.3288°W |
| County FIPS | 31181 |