Median Income
$76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value
$145,400
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.0%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$860
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.7%
62% lower than US avg
How Milo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population773
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density1,267/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans13.7%
Economy
A+
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$35,151
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$1,885M
Commute35 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$145,400
Rent$860
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$263,197
Rent Burden14.3%
Health
Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Elevation968 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.0%
High School+96.6%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute35 min
Broadband90.5%
Libraries6
Is Milo a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Milo receives an overall livability score of 4.0 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. Milo stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Milo is $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Milo is $145,400, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $860 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
18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Milo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Milo has a population of 773 with a density of 1,267 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%), with 2.2% Hispanic.
Population
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.4% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.6% |
| 88% below US avg |
The median household income in Milo is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $76,250 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,151 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $985 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,680 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.7% |
| 62% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,410 |
| County GDP | $1,885M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 83 |
| Healthcare | 91 |
| Retail | 108 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,817 |
| 66% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.00% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.5% |
The median home value in Milo is $145,400, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $860 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $263,197.
Home Values
| Census Median | $145,400 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $263,197 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $208 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.4% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $860 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 14.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,817 |
| 66% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.00% |
In Milo, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Milo vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.8% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.5% |
| Depression | 21.3% |
| Mental Distress | 16.8% |
| Physical Distress | 11.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 6,398/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 91 |
Crime Rates: Milo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Milo has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.5 inches |
| 1% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 968 ft (295 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,267/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.2893°N, 93.4404°W |
| County FIPS | 19181 |