Median Income
$44,531
41% lower than US avg
Home Value
$142,900
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,250
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.0%
68% lower than US avg
How Molena Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population658
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density352/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Economy
B+
Median Income$44,531
Per Capita$31,861
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$510M
Commute42 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$142,900
Rent$1,250
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$303,305
Health
Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain49.3 in/yr
Elevation749 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+76.3%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 87% / D 13%
Commute42 min
Libraries1
Is Molena a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Molena receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Molena offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Molena is $44,531, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Molena is $142,900, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Molena enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Molena has a population of 658 with a density of 352 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.4%), with 10.2% Black.
Population
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% 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 Molena is $44,531, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,531 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,861 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $931 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,612 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.0% |
| 68% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 389 |
| County GDP | $510M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 15 |
| Retail | 44 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,658 |
| 5% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.56% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 42.3 min |
| Work from Home | 1.5% |
The median home value in Molena is $142,900, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,250 (7% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $303,305.
Home Values
| Census Median | $142,900 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $303,305 |
| Median List Price | $369,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $369,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $205 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.6% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,250 |
| 7% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,658 |
| 5% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.56% |
In Molena, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Molena vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.9% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.9% |
| Depression | 22.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 11,051/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 36.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 15 |
Crime Rates: Molena vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Molena has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.2°F |
| 17% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 49.3 inches |
| 30% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 749 ft (228 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 352/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0141°N, 84.5071°W |
| County FIPS | 13231 |