Median Income
$75,625
1% higher than US avg
Home Value
$103,700
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$942
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Letts Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population382
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density670/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Economy
A
Median Income$75,625
Per Capita$35,823
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$930M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$103,700
Rent$942
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$130,993
Health
Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Elevation652 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute24 min
Libraries4
Is Letts a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Letts receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Letts offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Letts is $75,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Letts is $103,700, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $942 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
8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Letts experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches, including 31.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Letts has a population of 382 with a density of 670 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.6%), with 6% Hispanic.
Population
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.0% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.0% |
| 70% below US avg |
The median household income in Letts is $75,625, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $75,625 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,823 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,007 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,697 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.7% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 281 |
| County GDP | $930M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Healthcare | 22 |
| Retail | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,750 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.65% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.8 min |
| Work from Home | 0.5% |
The median home value in Letts is $103,700, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $942 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $130,993.
Home Values
| Census Median | $103,700 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $130,993 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $942 |
| 19% 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) | $2,750 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.65% |
In Letts, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Letts vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.4% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.0% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.8% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 6,584/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 22 |
Crime Rates: Letts vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Letts has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-6°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.8°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.8 inches |
| 2% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 31.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 652 ft (199 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 670/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.3300°N, 91.2354°W |
| County FIPS | 19115 |