Median Income
$28,929
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,292
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
47.6%
284% higher than US avg
How Linwood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population110
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density289/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans73.0%
Economy
C
Median Income$28,929
Per Capita$19,917
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty47.6%
County GDP$3,064M
Commute53 min
Housing
F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,292
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$319,989
Health
Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease4.4%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Elevation1,335 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute53 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries6
Is Linwood a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Linwood receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Linwood faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Linwood is $28,929, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 47.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 53 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $1,292 per month.
Education
14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% 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 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Linwood has a population of 110 with a density of 289 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%), with 8.2% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.
Population
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Linwood is $28,929, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 47.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 53 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,929 |
| 62% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $19,917 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,044 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,210 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 47.6% |
| 284% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,109 |
| County GDP | $3,064M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 95 |
| Healthcare | 120 |
| Retail | 142 |
| Manufacturing | 52 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,834 |
| 67% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 52.8 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Monthly rent averages $1,292 (11% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $319,989.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,292 |
| 11% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,834 |
| 67% above US avg |
In Linwood, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Linwood vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.5% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.2% |
| Depression | 18.0% |
| Mental Distress | 15.9% |
| Physical Distress | 11.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,617/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 88.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 120 |
Crime Rates: Linwood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Linwood has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 31.6 inches |
| 17% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 34.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,335 ft (407 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 289/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4123°N, 96.9323°W |
| County FIPS | 31053 |