Median Income
$64,500
14% lower than US avg
Home Value
$226,100
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,199
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.9%
12% higher than US avg
How Mineral Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population599
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density673/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans10.2%
Economy
B+
Median Income$64,500
Per Capita$30,794
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty13.9%
Commute33 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$226,100
Rent$1,199
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$458,998
Rent Burden32.3%
Health
Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Elevation441 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+85.4%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute33 min
Broadband90.5%
Libraries3
Is Mineral a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mineral receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Mineral offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Mineral is $64,500, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mineral is $226,100, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,199 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Mineral enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Mineral has a population of 599 with a density of 673 people per square mile. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75%), with 7.7% Black.
Population
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.0% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.0% |
| 63% below US avg |
The median household income in Mineral is $64,500, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $64,500 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,794 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,019 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $84,351 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.9% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,570 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 222 |
| Healthcare | 299 |
| Retail | 462 |
| Manufacturing | 58 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,367 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.49% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 12.0% |
The median home value in Mineral is $226,100, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,199 (3% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $458,998.
Home Values
| Census Median | $226,100 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $458,998 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,199 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Rent Burden | 32.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,367 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.49% |
In Mineral, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mineral vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.4% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.8% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.9% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.6% |
| Premature Death | 7,823/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 71.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 299 |
Crime Rates: Mineral vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
Safety Score
Mineral has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 55.8°F |
| 3% above US avg |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 44.2 inches |
| 16% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 15.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 441 ft (134 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 673/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.0076°N, 77.9062°W |
| County FIPS | 51177 |