Median Income
$44,196
41% lower than US avg
Home Value
$198,400
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$880
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Mitchell Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population211
Median Age25.8 yrs
Density165/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Economy
B
Median Income$44,196
Per Capita$21,517
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$52M
Commute43 min
Housing
A
Home Value$198,400
Rent$880
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$367,607
Health
Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain13.7 in/yr
Elevation3,223 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 24%
Commute43 min
Broadband58.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries1
Is Mitchell a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mitchell receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Mitchell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Mitchell is $44,196, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mitchell is $198,400, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $880 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Mitchell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Mitchell has a population of 211 with a density of 165 people per square mile. The median age is 25.8 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.3%), with 1.4% Hispanic.
Population
25.8yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 86.5% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Spanish | 13.5% |
| 1% above US avg |
The median household income in Mitchell is $44,196, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,196 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,517 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $820 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $48,653 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.7% |
| 114% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 72 |
| County GDP | $52M |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 43.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.8% |
The median home value in Mitchell is $198,400, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $880 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $367,607.
Home Values
| Census Median | $198,400 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $367,607 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $880 |
| 24% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Mitchell, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mitchell vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.8% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.4% |
| Asthma | 12.7% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.7% |
| Depression | 29.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.4% |
| Premature Death | 4,380/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 3.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 12.6% |
Crime Rates: Mitchell vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Mitchell has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 13.7 inches |
| 64% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,223 ft (982 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 165/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.5737°N, 120.1529°W |
| County FIPS | 41069 |