Median Income
$71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value
$101,500
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.5%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,020
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
23.9%
93% higher than US avg
How Latimer Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population763
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density318/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 59%
Economy
B+
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$24,102
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty23.9%
County GDP$790M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$101,500
Rent$1,020
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$145,794
Health
Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Elevation1,238 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.5%
High School+77.5%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute21 min
Libraries4
Is Latimer a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Latimer receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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, high obesity rates. Latimer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Latimer is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 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 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Latimer is $101,500, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,020 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Latimer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Latimer has a population of 763 with a density of 318 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58.8%), with 7.2% Black.
Population
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 87.2% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Spanish | 12.8% |
| 4% below US avg |
The median household income in Latimer is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $71,250 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,102 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,024 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,117 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 23.9% |
| 93% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 364 |
| County GDP | $790M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 15 |
| Healthcare | 26 |
| Retail | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,431 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.38% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.6 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
The median home value in Latimer is $101,500, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,020 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $145,794.
Home Values
| Census Median | $101,500 |
| 64% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $145,794 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,020 |
| 12% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,431 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.38% |
In Latimer, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Latimer vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.5% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.8% |
| Depression | 20.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.4% |
| Premature Death | 9,806/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 26 |
Crime Rates: Latimer vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Latimer has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-9°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 46.6°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.1 inches |
| 0% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,238 ft (377 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 318/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.7629°N, 93.3655°W |
| County FIPS | 19069 |