Median Income
$61,321
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.8%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,010
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Halifax Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population257
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density559/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Economy
A
Median Income$61,321
Per Capita$35,788
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,936M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,010
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$95,376
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI40 (Good)
Elevation121 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.8%
High School+94.8%
School Score4.18
Community
2024 VoteR 41% / D 59%
Commute23 min
EV Stations2
Libraries6
Is Halifax a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Halifax receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Halifax stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Halifax is $61,321, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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
Renters pay a median of $1,010 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Halifax enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Halifax has a population of 257 with a density of 559 people per square mile. The median age is 53.6 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84%), with 11.3% Black.
Population
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.4% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.6% |
| 66% below US avg |
The median household income in Halifax is $61,321, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,321 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,788 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $905 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,123 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,094 |
| County GDP | $1,936M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 99 |
| Healthcare | 132 |
| Retail | 211 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,220 |
| 8% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 92.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.5% |
Monthly rent averages $1,010 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $95,376.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,010 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $638 |
| 1 Bedroom | $742 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $925 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,190 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,367 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,220 |
| 8% below US avg |
In Halifax, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 33.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Halifax vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.6% |
| Asthma | 13.4% |
| COPD | 9.9% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.1% |
| Depression | 28.2% |
| Mental Distress | 22.2% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.1% |
| Premature Death | 15,815/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 51.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 132 |
Crime Rates: Halifax vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
Safety Score
Halifax has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 60.6°F |
| 12% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 559/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.3255°N, 77.5901°W |
| County FIPS | 37083 |