Median Income
$49,531
34% lower than US avg
Home Value
$205,900
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
47.2%
47% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.5%
40% lower than US avg
How Long Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population444
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density58/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Economy
B+
Median Income$49,531
Per Capita$20,119
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$998M
Commute29 min
Housing
A
Home Value$205,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity47.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease8.1%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation865 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+87.3%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute29 min
Libraries2
Is Long a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Long receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Long offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Long is $49,531, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Long is $205,900, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Long enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Long has a population of 444 with a density of 58 people per square mile. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.7%), with 17.3% Hispanic.
Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% 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 Long is $49,531, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,531 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,119 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $732 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,345 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.5% |
| 40% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 767 |
| County GDP | $998M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Healthcare | 71 |
| Retail | 136 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,124 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.03% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.6 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |
The median home value in Long is $205,900, 27% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $205,900 |
| 27% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,124 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.03% |
In Long, 47.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 36.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Long vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 47.2% |
| 47% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.9% |
| Heart Disease | 8.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.8% |
| Asthma | 13.0% |
| COPD | 10.0% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.6% |
| Depression | 28.2% |
| Mental Distress | 22.2% |
| Physical Distress | 17.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.9% |
| Premature Death | 14,517/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 71 |
Crime Rates: Long vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Long has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 60.2°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.4 inches |
| 25% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 865 ft (264 m) |
| Area | 7.6 sq mi (19.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 58/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4978°N, 94.5389°W |
| County FIPS | 40135 |