Median Income
$73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value
$140,600
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.1%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.4%
89% lower than US avg
How Max Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population284
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density364/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Economy
A+
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$31,392
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$1,016M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$140,600
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$170,660
Health
Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp41°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain18.7 in/yr
Elevation2,123 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.1%
High School+97.1%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute31 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries7
Is Max a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Max receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Max stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Max is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Max is $140,600, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Max has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.7 inches, including 49.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Max has a population of 284 with a density of 364 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.3%), with 9.2% Hispanic.
Population
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% 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 Max is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $73,750 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,392 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,324 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $88,300 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 392 |
| County GDP | $1,016M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 21 |
| Retail | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,850 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.74% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.0 min |
| Work from Home | 10.7% |
The median home value in Max is $140,600, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $170,660.
Home Values
| Census Median | $140,600 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $170,660 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $625 |
| 46% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,850 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.74% |
In Max, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Max vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.5% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.1% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.3% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 15.6% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 99.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.3% |
| Premature Death | 10,092/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 38.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
Crime Rates: Max vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Max has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
9°F Jan (-13°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 40.5°F |
| 25% below US avg |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 18.7 inches |
| 51% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 49.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,123 ft (647 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 364/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.8204°N, 101.2911°W |
| County FIPS | 38055 |