Median Income
$71,750
5% lower than US avg
Home Value
$215,600
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$988
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.8%
53% lower than US avg
How Milner Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population668
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density317/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Economy
A
Median Income$71,750
Per Capita$32,748
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$668M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$215,600
Rent$988
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$299,744
Health
Obesity34.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain54.2 in/yr
Elevation805 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+96.9%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%
Commute32 min
Libraries2
Is Milner a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Milner receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Milner offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Milner is $71,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Milner is $215,600, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $988 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Milner enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Milner has a population of 668 with a density of 317 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.4%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 16.5% Black.
Population
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.5% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Milner is $71,750, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $71,750 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,748 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $973 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,852 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.8% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 355 |
| County GDP | $668M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Healthcare | 29 |
| Retail | 39 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,548 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.65% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.9 min |
| Work from Home | 5.5% |
The median home value in Milner is $215,600, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $988 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $299,744.
Home Values
| Census Median | $215,600 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $299,744 |
| Median List Price | $262,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $262,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $189 |
| Homes Sold | 7 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.3% |
| Price Drops | 22.2% |
| Inventory | 9 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $988 |
| 15% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,548 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.65% |
In Milner, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Milner vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.1% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.9% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.9% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.0% |
| Premature Death | 12,813/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 29 |
Crime Rates: Milner vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Milner has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 62.8°F |
| 16% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 54.2 inches |
| 43% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 805 ft (245 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 317/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.1161°N, 84.1877°W |
| County FIPS | 13171 |