Median Income
$50,833
32% lower than US avg
Home Value
$79,200
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$975
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.3%
25% lower than US avg
How Modale Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population207
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density199/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans11.4%
Economy
B+
Median Income$50,833
Per Capita$34,482
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$1,898M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$79,200
Rent$975
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$188,938
Rent Burden23.8%
Health
Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation1,013 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+90.7%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute29 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries2
Is Modale a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Modale receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Modale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Modale is $50,833, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Modale is $79,200, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $975 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Modale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Modale has a population of 207 with a density of 199 people per square mile. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).
Population
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% 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 Modale is $50,833, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,833 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,482 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,187 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $103,197 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.3% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 685 |
| County GDP | $1,898M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 48 |
| Healthcare | 37 |
| Retail | 65 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,947 |
| 98% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 8.77% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.5% |
The median home value in Modale is $79,200, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $975 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,938.
Home Values
| Census Median | $79,200 |
| 72% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $188,938 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $975 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 23.8% |
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) | $6,947 |
| 98% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 8.77% |
In Modale, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Modale vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.0% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.2% |
| Depression | 21.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 4,802/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37 |
Crime Rates: Modale vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Modale has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-5°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,013 ft (309 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 199/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.6182°N, 96.0121°W |
| County FIPS | 31177 |