Median Income
$120,489
60% higher than US avg
Home Value
$216,200
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.0%
94% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Moscow Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population494
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density415/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
A+
Median Income$120,489
Per Capita$45,557
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,242M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$216,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$245,830
Health
Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Elevation640 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.0%
High School+96.3%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute23 min
Libraries3
Is Moscow a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Moscow receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Moscow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Moscow is $120,489, which is significantly higher than the national average — 60% above $75,149. This places Moscow 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 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Moscow is $216,200, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Moscow experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Moscow has a population of 494 with a density of 415 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% 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 Moscow is $120,489, which is 60% 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 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $120,489 |
| 60% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $45,557 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,223 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,292 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,233 |
| County GDP | $3,242M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 105 |
| Healthcare | 99 |
| Retail | 128 |
| Manufacturing | 60 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,864 |
| 39% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.25% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.6 min |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |
The median home value in Moscow is $216,200, 23% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,830.
Home Values
| Census Median | $216,200 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $245,830 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $125 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 72.7% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
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) | $4,864 |
| 39% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.25% |
In Moscow, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Moscow vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.9% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.0% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.1% |
| Depression | 21.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.4% |
| Premature Death | 7,717/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 99 |
Crime Rates: Moscow vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Moscow has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.3°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.5 inches |
| 4% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 640 ft (195 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 415/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5707°N, 91.0743°W |
| County FIPS | 19139 |