Median Income
$81,875
9% higher than US avg
Home Value
$105,000
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.8%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Milroy Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population629
Median Age52.7 yrs
Density953/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
A+
Median Income$81,875
Per Capita$32,633
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$764M
Commute33 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$105,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$239,416
Health
Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Elevation964 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.8%
High School+95.6%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute33 min
Libraries2
Is Milroy a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Milroy receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Milroy stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Milroy is $81,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Milroy is $105,000, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Milroy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches, including 13.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Milroy has a population of 629 with a density of 953 people per square mile. The median age is 52.7 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%).
Population
52.7yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Milroy is $81,875, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $81,875 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,633 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $961 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,700 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 430 |
| County GDP | $764M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Healthcare | 34 |
| Retail | 52 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,075 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.98% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Milroy is $105,000, 63% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $239,416.
Home Values
| Census Median | $105,000 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $239,416 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
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) | $2,075 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.98% |
In Milroy, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Milroy vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.4% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.9% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.5% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.7% |
| Premature Death | 9,854/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 50.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 34 |
Crime Rates: Milroy vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Milroy has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 53.6°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.0 inches |
| 24% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 13.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 964 ft (294 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 953/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.4981°N, 85.4676°W |
| County FIPS | 18139 |