Median Income
$53,500
29% lower than US avg
Home Value
$306,000
9% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$993
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.7%
27% higher than US avg
How Melba Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population624
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density1,357/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Economy
B+
Median Income$53,500
Per Capita$23,100
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty15.7%
County GDP$45,455M
Commute31 min
Housing
B
Home Value$306,000
Rent$993
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$652,231
Health
Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain9.9 in/yr
Elevation2,656 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+77.9%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 54% / D 43%
Commute31 min
Libraries20
Is Melba a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Melba receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Melba has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Melba is $53,500, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Melba is $306,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $993 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Melba experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Melba has a population of 624 with a density of 1,357 people per square mile. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.7%).
Population
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 76.7% |
| 2% below US avg |
| Spanish | 23.3% |
| 74% above US avg |
The median household income in Melba is $53,500, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $53,500 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,100 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,357 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $104,682 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.7% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 26,886 |
| County GDP | $45,455M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,244 |
| Healthcare | 1,971 |
| Retail | 1,642 |
| Manufacturing | 477 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,790 |
| 37% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.57% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.8 min |
| Work from Home | 6.4% |
The median home value in Melba is $306,000, 9% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $993 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $652,231.
Home Values
| Census Median | $306,000 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $652,231 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $993 |
| 15% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,790 |
| 37% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.57% |
In Melba, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Melba vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.1% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.0% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.8% |
| Depression | 23.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 81.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.3% |
| Premature Death | 5,738/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,971 |
Crime Rates: Melba vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
Safety Score
Melba has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 47.8°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 9.9 inches |
| 74% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,656 ft (810 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,357/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.3736°N, 116.5319°W |
| County FIPS | 16001 |