Median Income
$62,552
17% lower than US avg
Home Value
$272,600
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.3%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$921
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.2%
42% lower than US avg
How Island City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,165
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density1,189/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
A
Median Income$62,552
Per Capita$34,777
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$4,552M
Commute10 min
Housing
A
Home Value$272,600
Rent$921
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$350,830
Health
Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain17.4 in/yr
Elevation2,738 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.3%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 30%
Commute10 min
EV Stations1
Libraries12
Is Island City a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Island City receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Island City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Island City is $62,552, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 7.2% 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 Island City is $272,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $921 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Island City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.4 inches, including 9.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Island City has a population of 1,165 with a density of 1,189 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 1.3% Hispanic.
Population
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Island City vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.7% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.3% |
| 46% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Island City vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Island City is $62,552, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.
Income: Island City vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,552 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,777 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,069 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,429 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.2% |
| 42% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,534 |
| County GDP | $4,552M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 174 |
| Healthcare | 178 |
| Retail | 235 |
| Manufacturing | 63 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,015 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.47% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 10.4 min |
| Work from Home | 5.2% |
The median home value in Island City is $272,600, 3% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $921 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $350,830.
Home Values
| Census Median | $272,600 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $350,830 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $921 |
| 21% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,015 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.47% |
In Island City, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.8% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Island City vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.6% |
| Asthma | 13.1% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.9% |
| Depression | 29.8% |
| Mental Distress | 21.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,639/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 178 |
Crime Rates: Island City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Island City has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 49.4°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 17.4 inches |
| 54% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 9.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,738 ft (835 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,189/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.3358°N, 118.0492°W |
| County FIPS | 41059 |