Median Income
$48,813
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$77,700
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
42.9%
246% higher than US avg
How Moscow Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population128
Median Age52.2 yrs
Density346/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans100.0%
Economy
C+
Median Income$48,813
Per Capita$31,813
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty42.9%
County GDP$5,048M
Commute61 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$77,700
RentN/A
Ownership77.0%
Zillow$253,810
Health
Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease7.0%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Elevation500 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute61 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries4
Is Moscow a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Moscow receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. 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 $48,813, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 42.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 61 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Moscow is $77,700, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Moscow experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Moscow has a population of 128 with a density of 346 people per square mile. The median age is 52.2 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 3.9% Hispanic.
Population
52.2yrs
Median Age
34% 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 $48,813, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 42.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 61 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,813 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,813 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,104 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,446 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 42.9% |
| 246% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,434 |
| County GDP | $5,048M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 246 |
| Healthcare | 174 |
| Retail | 237 |
| Manufacturing | 68 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,718 |
| 63% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.36% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 60.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 65.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 34.8% |
The median home value in Moscow is $77,700, 72% below the national average. 77.0% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $253,810.
Home Values
| Census Median | $77,700 |
| 72% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $253,810 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 77.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 77.0% |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,718 |
| 63% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.36% |
In Moscow, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Moscow vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.1% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.7% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.7% |
| Depression | 28.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,183/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 174 |
Crime Rates: Moscow vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Moscow has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 54.9°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.2 inches |
| 11% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 500 ft (152 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 346/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.8599°N, 84.2283°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County FIPS | 21037 |