Bachelor's+
11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.2%
26% lower than US avg
How Jasper Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population658
Median Age58.7 yrs
Density247/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$57,908
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$23,574M
Commute17 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Elevation543 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+90.1%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 37% / D 60%
Commute17 min
Libraries11
Is Jasper a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Jasper receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Jasper faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Education
11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Jasper experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Jasper has a population of 658 with a density of 247 people per square mile. The median age is 58.7 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
58.7yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.7% |
| 95% below US avg |
The median household income in Jasper is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $57,908 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,135 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $76,908 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 8.0% |
| 122% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.2% |
| 26% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 13,531 |
| County GDP | $23,574M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,012 |
| Healthcare | 1,355 |
| Retail | 1,260 |
| Manufacturing | 489 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,471 |
| 56% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
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) | $5,471 |
| 56% above US avg |
In Jasper, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% report depression. 17.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Jasper vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.0% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.7% |
| Asthma | 12.5% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.8% |
| Depression | 29.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.5% |
| Premature Death | 8,116/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,355 |
Crime Rates: Jasper vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 54 |
| FEMA Disasters | 273 |
Safety Score
Jasper has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
42°F Jan (6°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 53.4°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.0 inches |
| 21% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 543 ft (166 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 247/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.9870°N, 122.9163°W |
| County FIPS | 41039 |