Median Income
$24,219
68% lower than US avg
Home Value
$53,000
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$643
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
47.7%
49% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
52.0%
319% higher than US avg
How Ideal Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population648
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density568/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 16%
Economy
C
Median Income$24,219
Per Capita$12,599
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty52.0%
County GDP$616M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$53,000
Rent$643
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$133,128
Health
Obesity47.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease9.0%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Elevation402 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+61.1%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 41% / D 59%
Commute21 min
Libraries4
Is Ideal a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ideal receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Ideal offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ideal is $24,219, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. The poverty rate of 52.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ideal is $53,000, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $643 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 61.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Ideal enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Ideal has a population of 648 with a density of 568 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (84.3%), with 15.7% White.
Population
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.6% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
The median household income in Ideal is $24,219, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 52.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $24,219 |
| 68% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $12,599 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,046 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $43,265 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 52.0% |
| 319% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 236 |
| County GDP | $616M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 41 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,013 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.68% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.5 min |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |
The median home value in Ideal is $53,000, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $643 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $133,128.
Home Values
| Census Median | $53,000 |
| 81% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $133,128 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $643 |
| 45% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,013 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.68% |
In Ideal, 47.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 46.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ideal vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 47.7% |
| 49% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 21.3% |
| Heart Disease | 9.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 48.7% |
| Asthma | 13.6% |
| COPD | 12.8% |
| Stroke | 6.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 10.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 46.2% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 24.3% |
| Physical Distress | 21.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.9% |
| Premature Death | 12,938/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 43.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
Crime Rates: Ideal vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Ideal has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 53.4 inches |
| 40% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 402 ft (123 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 568/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.3729°N, 84.1890°W |
| County FIPS | 13193 |