Median Income
$31,466
58% lower than US avg
Home Value
$59,200
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
49.4%
54% higher than US avg
Unemployment
22.3%
519% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.0%
60% lower than US avg
How Heidelberg Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,221
Median Age31.4 yrs
Density841/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 23%
Economy
C
Median Income$31,466
Per Capita$11,051
Unemployment22.3%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$17,387M
Commute10 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$59,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity49.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease8.1%
Climate
Avg Temp75°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain25.7 in/yr
Elevation59 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+52.8%
School Score5.10
Community
2024 VoteR 53% / D 47%
Commute10 min
Libraries9
Is Heidelberg a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Heidelberg receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Heidelberg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Heidelberg is $31,466, 58% below the national average of $75,149. At 22.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Heidelberg is $59,200, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 52.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Heidelberg has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Heidelberg has a population of 2,221 with a density of 841 people per square mile. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (22.7%).
Population
31.4yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Heidelberg vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 9.5% |
| 88% below US avg |
| Spanish | 90.5% |
| 575% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Heidelberg vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Heidelberg is $31,466, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 22.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.
Income: Heidelberg vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $31,466 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $11,051 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $857 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $48,428 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 22.3% |
| 519% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.0% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 7,200 |
| County GDP | $17,387M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 815 |
| Healthcare | 1,060 |
| Retail | 1,030 |
| Manufacturing | 186 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,394 |
| 83% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 10.80% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 10.4 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |
The median home value in Heidelberg is $59,200, 79% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $59,200 |
| 79% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $117 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 80.0% |
| Price Drops | 100.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,394 |
| 83% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 10.80% |
In Heidelberg, 49.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 46.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Heidelberg vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 49.4% |
| 54% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 21.8% |
| Heart Disease | 8.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.5% |
| Asthma | 9.3% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 4.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 46.9% |
| Depression | 21.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 20.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 38.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,065/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,060 |
Crime Rates: Heidelberg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 32 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Heidelberg has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
61°F Jan (16°C)
86°F Jul (30°C)
| Annual Average | 75.0°F |
| 39% above US avg |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 25.7 inches |
| 32% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 841/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.1828°N, 97.8859°W |
| County FIPS | 48061 |