Home Value
$122,100
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.9%
52% lower than US avg
How Low Moor Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population396
Median Age51.4 yrs
Density350/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,370
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty5.9%
Commute14 min
Housing
Home Value$122,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Elevation1,118 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+63.7%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute14 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries1
Is Low Moor a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Low Moor receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Low Moor faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Low Moor is $122,100, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 63.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Low Moor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 10.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Low Moor has a population of 396 with a density of 350 people per square mile. The median age is 51.4 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%), with 3.5% Black.
Population
51.4yrs
Median Age
32% above 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 Low Moor is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $25,370 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,114 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $46,980 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.9% |
| 52% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 293 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 19 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,700 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.39% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 14.0 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Low Moor is $122,100, 57% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $122,100 |
| 57% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,700 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.39% |
In Low Moor, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Low Moor vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.2% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.0% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.4% |
| Depression | 26.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 78.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 15,933/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 100.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
Crime Rates: Low Moor vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Low Moor has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.7°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.5 inches |
| 4% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 10.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,118 ft (341 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 350/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.7979°N, 79.8690°W |
| County FIPS | 51580 |