Median Income
$46,429
38% lower than US avg
Home Value
$118,800
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.1%
51% lower than US avg
How Jordan Valley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population163
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density78/mi²
Male / Female60% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Economy
B+
Median Income$46,429
Per Capita$24,560
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$1,553M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$118,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain13.7 in/yr
Elevation4,514 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+86.3%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 26%
Commute30 min
Broadband57.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries4
Is Jordan Valley a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Jordan Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Jordan Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Jordan Valley is $46,429, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Jordan Valley is $118,800, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Jordan Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Jordan Valley has a population of 163 with a density of 78 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%).
Population
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Jordan Valley vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.0% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.0% |
| 78% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Jordan Valley vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Jordan Valley is $46,429, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income: Jordan Valley vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,429 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,560 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $937 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,308 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.1% |
| 51% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,135 |
| County GDP | $1,553M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 94 |
| Healthcare | 105 |
| Retail | 124 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,344 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.81% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Jordan Valley is $118,800, 58% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $118,800 |
| 58% below US avg |
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) | $3,344 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.81% |
In Jordan Valley, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Jordan Valley vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.9% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.5% |
| Depression | 25.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 15.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 70.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,886/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 47.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 105 |
Crime Rates: Jordan Valley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Jordan Valley has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 48.3°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 13.7 inches |
| 64% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,514 ft (1,376 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 78/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9793°N, 117.0574°W |
| County FIPS | 41045 |