Median Income
$36,875
51% lower than US avg
Home Value
$60,000
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.7%
38% lower than US avg
How Mill Creek Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population248
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density653/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 63%
Economy
B+
Median Income$36,875
Per Capita$22,375
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$591M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$60,000
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease7.8%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,036 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+77.1%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute21 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries1
Is Mill Creek a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mill Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mill Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Mill Creek is $36,875, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mill Creek is $60,000, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Mill Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Mill Creek has a population of 248 with a density of 653 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.3%), with 32.3% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.
Population
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Mill Creek vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.7% |
| 35% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Mill Creek vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Mill Creek is $36,875, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income: Mill Creek vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $36,875 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,375 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $863 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,537 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% |
| 38% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 262 |
| County GDP | $591M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 24 |
| Retail | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,978 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.30% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.5 min |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |
The median home value in Mill Creek is $60,000, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $60,000 |
| 79% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $750 |
| 36% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,978 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.30% |
In Mill Creek, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% report depression. 37.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mill Creek vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.1% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.9% |
| Heart Disease | 7.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.3% |
| Asthma | 13.6% |
| COPD | 10.8% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.9% |
| Depression | 29.0% |
| Mental Distress | 22.6% |
| Physical Distress | 18.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 79.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.3% |
| Premature Death | 13,634/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 24 |
Crime Rates: Mill Creek vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Mill Creek has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,036 ft (316 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 653/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4026°N, 96.8252°W |
| County FIPS | 40069 |