Median Income
$60,625
19% lower than US avg
Home Value
$76,400
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$960
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.4%
97% lower than US avg
How Medora Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population993
Median Age28.4 yrs
Density3,310/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Economy
A
Median Income$60,625
Per Capita$20,891
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty0.4%
County GDP$3,591M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$76,400
Rent$960
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$205,093
Rent Burden22.8%
Health
Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Elevation529 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+90.7%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute25 min
Libraries5
Is Medora a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Medora receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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 high obesity rates. Medora offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Medora is $60,625, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Medora is $76,400, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $960 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Medora experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Medora has a population of 993 with a density of 3,310 people per square mile. The median age is 28.4 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).
Population
28.4yrs
Median Age
27% 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 Medora is $60,625, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,625 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,891 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,106 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,636 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,036 |
| County GDP | $3,591M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 102 |
| Healthcare | 104 |
| Retail | 173 |
| Manufacturing | 52 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,221 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.91% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.3 min |
| Work from Home | 13.4% |
The median home value in Medora is $76,400, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $960 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,093.
Home Values
| Census Median | $76,400 |
| 73% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $205,093 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $960 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 22.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,221 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.91% |
In Medora, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Medora vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.8% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.0% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.8% |
| Depression | 26.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 74.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 9,172/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 104 |
Crime Rates: Medora vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Medora has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 55.4°F |
| 3% above US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.9 inches |
| 23% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 14.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 529 ft (161 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,310/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.8246°N, 86.1711°W |
| County FIPS | 18071 |