Median Income
$76,667
2% higher than US avg
Home Value
$136,900
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
26.7%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Mount Hope Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population754
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density559/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Economy
A+
Median Income$76,667
Per Capita$34,835
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$41,525M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$136,900
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$223,928
Rent Burden25.0%
Health
Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain28.3 in/yr
Elevation1,431 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+26.7%
High School+85.0%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute29 min
Libraries20
Is Mount Hope a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mount Hope receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Mount Hope stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Mount Hope is $76,667, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mount Hope is $136,900, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Mount Hope enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Mount Hope has a population of 754 with a density of 559 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 4.5% Black.
Population
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Mount Hope vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Mount Hope vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Mount Hope is $76,667, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income: Mount Hope vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $76,667 |
| 2% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,835 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,166 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $76,783 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 14,427 |
| County GDP | $41,525M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,236 |
| Healthcare | 1,737 |
| Retail | 1,624 |
| Manufacturing | 494 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,510 |
| 57% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.02% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.7 min |
| Work from Home | 7.7% |
The median home value in Mount Hope is $136,900, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $223,928.
Home Values
| Census Median | $136,900 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $223,928 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $62 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 75.7% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $900 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 25.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,510 |
| 57% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.02% |
In Mount Hope, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mount Hope vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.9% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.1% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.1% |
| Depression | 24.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.4% |
| Premature Death | 10,292/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 84.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,737 |
Crime Rates: Mount Hope vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 65 |
Safety Score
Mount Hope has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 56.1°F |
| 4% above US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 28.3 inches |
| 26% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,431 ft (436 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 559/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.8726°N, 97.6552°W |
| County FIPS | 20173 |