Median Income
$37,313
50% lower than US avg
Home Value
$87,700
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
23.9%
93% higher than US avg
How Ivanhoe Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population711
Median Age26.1 yrs
Density265/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Economy
C+
Median Income$37,313
Per Capita$11,855
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty23.9%
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$87,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$133,989
Health
Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease6.8%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation2,089 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+84.1%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute30 min
Libraries1
Is Ivanhoe a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ivanhoe 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. Ivanhoe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ivanhoe is $37,313, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 23.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ivanhoe is $87,700, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Ivanhoe experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 16.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Ivanhoe has a population of 711 with a density of 265 people per square mile. The median age is 26.1 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.4%), with 4.5% Hispanic.
Population
26.1yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.4% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.6% |
| 81% below US avg |
The median household income in Ivanhoe is $37,313, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $37,313 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $11,855 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $801 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $48,395 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 23.9% |
| 93% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 400 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Healthcare | 54 |
| Retail | 74 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,829 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.37% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.7 min |
| Work from Home | 27.0% |
The median home value in Ivanhoe is $87,700, 69% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $133,989.
Home Values
| Census Median | $87,700 |
| 69% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $133,989 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,829 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.37% |
In Ivanhoe, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ivanhoe vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.8% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.4% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.9% |
| Depression | 28.3% |
| Mental Distress | 21.6% |
| Physical Distress | 16.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 19,228/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 54 |
Crime Rates: Ivanhoe vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Ivanhoe has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 52.5°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.6 inches |
| 20% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 16.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,089 ft (637 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 265/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.8432°N, 80.9687°W |
| County FIPS | 51640 |