Median Income
$66,875
11% lower than US avg
Home Value
$292,700
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
26.9%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.4%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment
4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.0%
68% lower than US avg
How Monroe Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population897
Median Age33.2 yrs
Density1,725/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 61%
Economy
A
Median Income$66,875
Per Capita$24,120
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$6,267M
Commute33 min
Housing
A
Home Value$292,700
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$551,175
Health
Obesity31.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain41.5 in/yr
Elevation292 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+26.9%
High School+86.7%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 28% / D 68%
Commute33 min
Libraries5
Is Monroe a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Monroe receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Monroe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Monroe is $66,875, 11% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Monroe is $292,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
26.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Monroe experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Monroe has a population of 897 with a density of 1,725 people per square mile. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.8%), with 12.5% Hispanic, 12% Black.
Population
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 80.9% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Spanish | 19.1% |
| 43% above US avg |
The median household income in Monroe is $66,875, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,875 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,120 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,292 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $89,865 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.0% |
| 68% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,121 |
| County GDP | $6,267M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 245 |
| Healthcare | 307 |
| Retail | 261 |
| Manufacturing | 97 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,646 |
| 90% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.27% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.8 min |
| Work from Home | 15.5% |
The median home value in Monroe is $292,700, 4% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $551,175.
Home Values
| Census Median | $292,700 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $551,175 |
| Median List Price | $509,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $509,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $226 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.5% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 3 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,125 |
| 3% 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
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,646 |
| 90% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.27% |
In Monroe, 31.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Monroe vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.4% |
| 2% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.8% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.7% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.8% |
| Premature Death | 4,158/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 307 |
Crime Rates: Monroe vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Monroe has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 52.2°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.5 inches |
| 9% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 292 ft (89 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,725/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.3169°N, 123.2989°W |
| County FIPS | 41003 |