Home Value
$192,900
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.3%
49% lower than US avg
How Minford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population487
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density280/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.7%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,798
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$3,482M
Commute19 min
Housing
Home Value$192,900
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$204,039
Rent Burden28.4%
Health
Obesity43.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.8%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Elevation679 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+96.3%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 26%
Commute19 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries6
Is Minford a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Minford receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Minford faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Minford is $192,900, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Minford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Minford has a population of 487 with a density of 280 people per square mile. The median age is 53.6 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Minford is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $33,798 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $950 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,865 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.3% |
| 49% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,502 |
| County GDP | $3,482M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 139 |
| Healthcare | 220 |
| Retail | 239 |
| Manufacturing | 48 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,930 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.04% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 12.1% |
The median home value in Minford is $192,900, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $204,039.
Home Values
| Census Median | $192,900 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $204,039 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $900 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 28.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,930 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.04% |
In Minford, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.8% report depression. 33.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Minford vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.7% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.0% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 9.7% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.6% |
| Depression | 30.8% |
| Mental Distress | 22.3% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.7% |
| Premature Death | 16,720/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 80.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 220 |
Crime Rates: Minford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Minford has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 54.9°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.1 inches |
| 13% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 679 ft (207 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 280/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.8615°N, 82.8489°W |
| County FIPS | 39145 |