Median Income
$99,063
32% higher than US avg
Home Value
$267,400
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
31.3%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,367
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.9%
77% lower than US avg
How Josephine Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population4,498
Median Age30.9 yrs
Density2,249/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Economy
A+
Median Income$99,063
Per Capita$37,592
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$6,483M
Commute45 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$267,400
Rent$1,367
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$286,376
Health
Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Elevation601 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+31.3%
High School+88.4%
School Score5.10
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute45 min
Libraries5
Is Josephine a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Josephine receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Josephine stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Josephine is $99,063, which is significantly higher than the national average — 32% above $75,149. This places Josephine among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Josephine is $267,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,367 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Josephine enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Josephine has a population of 4,498 with a density of 2,249 people per square mile. The median age is 30.9 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.8%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 11.8% Black.
Population
30.9yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Josephine vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 83.0% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Spanish | 17.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Josephine vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Josephine is $99,063, which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.
Income: Josephine vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $99,063 |
| 32% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $37,592 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,184 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,131 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.9% |
| 77% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,804 |
| County GDP | $6,483M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 174 |
| Healthcare | 185 |
| Retail | 280 |
| Manufacturing | 88 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,062 |
| 102% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.64% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 45.4 min |
| Work from Home | 13.4% |
The median home value in Josephine is $267,400, 5% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,367 (18% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $286,376.
Home Values
| Census Median | $267,400 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $286,376 |
| Median List Price | $270,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $270,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $153 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.7% |
| Price Drops | 23.5% |
| Inventory | 34 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,367 |
| 18% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,062 |
| 102% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.64% |
In Josephine, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Josephine vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.9% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.8% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.5% |
| Depression | 23.6% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.9% |
| Premature Death | 10,489/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 185 |
Crime Rates: Josephine vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
Safety Score
Josephine has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.8 inches |
| 5% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 601 ft (183 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,249/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0631°N, 96.3166°W |
| County FIPS | 48231 |