Median Income
$101,875
36% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Modest Town Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population243
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density412/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans5.4%
Economy
A+
Median Income$101,875
Per Capita$22,053
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,039M
Commute19 min
Health
Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+42.2%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute19 min
Broadband66.0%
Libraries2
Is Modest Town a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Modest Town receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Modest Town offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Modest Town is $101,875, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Modest Town among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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.
Education
5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 42.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Modest Town enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Modest Town has a population of 243 with a density of 412 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 11.1% Hispanic.
Population
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Modest Town vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Modest Town vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Modest Town is $101,875, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income: Modest Town vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $101,875 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,053 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,012 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,546 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,264 |
| County GDP | $2,039M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 100 |
| Healthcare | 56 |
| Retail | 146 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,826 |
| 19% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 57.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
In Modest Town, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Modest Town vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.0% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.0% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 7.9% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.7% |
| Depression | 24.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 12,239/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 41.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
Modest Town has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 58.8°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.2 inches |
| 24% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 6.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 412/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.8169°N, 75.5611°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County FIPS | 51001 |