Median Income
$63,902
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$210,000
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$933
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.2%
74% lower than US avg
How Linwood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population317
Median Age29.0 yrs
Density537/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans8.9%
Economy
B+
Median Income$63,902
Per Capita$31,199
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$4,052M
Commute35 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$210,000
Rent$933
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$434,697
Rent Burden17.5%
Health
Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Elevation805 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.4%
High School+88.5%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute35 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries5
Is Linwood a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Linwood receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Linwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Linwood is $63,902, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Linwood is $210,000, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $933 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Linwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Linwood has a population of 317 with a density of 537 people per square mile. The median age is 29.0 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 1.9% Hispanic.
Population
29.0yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.7% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.3% |
| 68% below US avg |
The median household income in Linwood is $63,902, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,902 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,199 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,135 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,808 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.7% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.2% |
| 74% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,756 |
| County GDP | $4,052M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 122 |
| Healthcare | 132 |
| Retail | 156 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,360 |
| 53% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.55% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
The median home value in Linwood is $210,000, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $933 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $434,697.
Home Values
| Census Median | $210,000 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $434,697 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $933 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 17.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,360 |
| 53% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.55% |
In Linwood, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Linwood vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.2% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.1% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 5.0% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.8% |
| Depression | 22.1% |
| Mental Distress | 16.1% |
| Physical Distress | 10.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,274/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 132 |
Crime Rates: Linwood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Linwood has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.6 inches |
| 6% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 805 ft (245 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 537/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.0020°N, 95.0371°W |
| County FIPS | 20103 |