Median Income
$71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value
$222,600
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$795
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Lind Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population491
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density442/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Economy
A
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$35,118
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,777M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$222,600
Rent$795
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$190,540
Rent Burden12.8%
Health
Obesity33.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain10.8 in/yr
Elevation1,362 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+92.7%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute27 min
Libraries6
Is Lind a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lind receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Lind stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lind is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lind is $222,600, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $795 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Lind experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.8 inches, including 13.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Lind has a population of 491 with a density of 442 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.2%), with 8.8% Hispanic.
Population
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
The median household income in Lind is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $71,250 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,118 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,101 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,429 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,379 |
| County GDP | $5,777M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 172 |
| Healthcare | 180 |
| Retail | 221 |
| Manufacturing | 43 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,296 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.93% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.9 min |
| Work from Home | 1.7% |
The median home value in Lind is $222,600, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $795 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $190,540.
Home Values
| Census Median | $222,600 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $190,540 |
| Median List Price | $260,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $260,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $107 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.1% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $795 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 12.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,296 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.93% |
In Lind, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lind vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.2% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.3% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.2% |
| Depression | 26.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.8% |
| Premature Death | 6,307/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 180 |
Crime Rates: Lind vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Lind has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 10.8 inches |
| 71% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 13.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,362 ft (415 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 442/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.9703°N, 118.6164°W |
| County FIPS | 53021 |