Median Income
$49,821
34% lower than US avg
Home Value
$120,300
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.9%
4% lower than US avg
How Low Moor Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population269
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density489/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans14.4%
Economy
B
Median Income$49,821
Per Capita$28,943
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$2,951M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$120,300
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$141,800
Rent Burden22.9%
Health
Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Elevation641 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute21 min
Broadband91.1%
Libraries7
Is Low Moor a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Low Moor receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Low Moor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Low Moor is $49,821, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Low Moor is $120,300, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Low Moor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Low Moor has a population of 269 with a density of 489 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 1.1% Hispanic.
Population
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.3% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.7% |
| 87% below US avg |
The median household income in Low Moor is $49,821, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,821 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,943 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,014 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,940 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.2% |
| 72% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.9% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,498 |
| County GDP | $2,951M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 117 |
| Healthcare | 128 |
| Retail | 162 |
| Manufacturing | 60 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,438 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.69% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 11.0% |
The median home value in Low Moor is $120,300, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,800.
Home Values
| Census Median | $120,300 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $141,800 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $850 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 22.9% |
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) | $4,438 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.69% |
In Low Moor, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Low Moor vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.5% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.9% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.8% |
| Depression | 21.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.7% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.4% |
| Premature Death | 8,790/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 128 |
Crime Rates: Low Moor vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Low Moor has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
74°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.5 inches |
| 4% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 31.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 641 ft (195 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 489/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.8029°N, 90.3550°W |
| County FIPS | 19045 |