Median Income
$46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value
$57,500
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment
7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
24.0%
94% higher than US avg
How Java Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population99
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density202/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
C
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$37,979
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty24.0%
County GDP$149M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$57,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity31.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp42°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain20.3 in/yr
Elevation2,078 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute30 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries2
Is Java a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Java receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Java offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Java is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 24.0% 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 Java is $57,500, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Java has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.3 inches, including 44.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Java has a population of 99 with a density of 202 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).
Population
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.8% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.2% |
| 84% below US avg |
The median household income in Java is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,250 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $37,979 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $890 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $89,373 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.2% |
| 100% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 24.0% |
| 94% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 145 |
| County GDP | $149M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 12 |
| Retail | 16 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Java is $57,500, 80% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $57,500 |
| 80% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Java, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Java vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.9% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.8% |
| Asthma | 9.4% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.8% |
| Depression | 19.9% |
| Mental Distress | 14.6% |
| Physical Distress | 11.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 78.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 65.6% |
| Premature Death | 4,643/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 12 |
Crime Rates: Java vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Java has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
11°F Jan (-12°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 41.8°F |
| 23% below US avg |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 20.3 inches |
| 47% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 44.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,078 ft (633 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 202/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.5038°N, 99.8839°W |
| County FIPS | 46107 |