Median Income
$77,750
3% higher than US avg
Home Value
$51,700
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Unemployment
5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Maskell Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population58
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density363/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans57.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$77,750
Per Capita$26,028
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$480M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$51,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Elevation1,308 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute24 min
Broadband25.0%
Libraries4
Is Maskell a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Maskell receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Maskell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Maskell is $77,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Maskell is $51,700, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Maskell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Maskell has a population of 58 with a density of 363 people per square mile. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% 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 Maskell is $77,750, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $77,750 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,028 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,015 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,189 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.5% |
| 53% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 147 |
| County GDP | $480M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 9 |
| Retail | 15 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,900 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.61% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.9 min |
| Work from Home | 26.3% |
The median home value in Maskell is $51,700, 82% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $51,700 |
| 82% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
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) | $2,900 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.61% |
Health Metrics: Maskell vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 66.1% |
| |
| Premature Death | 5,812/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
Crime Rates: Maskell vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Maskell has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-6°C)
74°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 48.8°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 28.0 inches |
| 26% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,308 ft (399 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 363/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.6904°N, 96.9809°W |
| County FIPS | 31051 |