Median Income
$34,399
54% lower than US avg
Home Value
$80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
1.4%
96% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
46.7%
45% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.0%
27% lower than US avg
How Mountain Road Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,517
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density177/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 15%
Economy
B+
Median Income$34,399
Per Capita$14,535
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$1,638M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$80,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity46.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease7.8%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Elevation452 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+1.4%
High School+57.6%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute19 min
Libraries2
Is Mountain Road a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mountain Road receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mountain Road offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Mountain Road is $34,399, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mountain Road is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
1.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 57.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Mountain Road enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches, including 5.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Mountain Road has a population of 1,517 with a density of 177 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (70.3%), with 15% White.
Population
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Mountain Road vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.4% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.6% |
| 43% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Mountain Road vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Mountain Road is $34,399, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income: Mountain Road vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $34,399 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $14,535 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $966 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,096 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.0% |
| 27% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,022 |
| County GDP | $1,638M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 60 |
| Healthcare | 74 |
| Retail | 118 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,029 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.54% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.1 min |
| Work from Home | 3.2% |
The median home value in Mountain Road is $80,000, 72% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $80,000 |
| 72% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,029 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.54% |
In Mountain Road, 46.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 39.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mountain Road vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 46.7% |
| 45% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 18.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 45.2% |
| Asthma | 13.4% |
| COPD | 10.6% |
| Stroke | 5.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 11.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 39.0% |
| Depression | 23.9% |
| Mental Distress | 22.7% |
| Physical Distress | 18.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 80.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.7% |
| Premature Death | 13,971/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 74 |
Crime Rates: Mountain Road vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Mountain Road has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 58.5°F |
| 8% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.4 inches |
| 22% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 5.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 452 ft (138 m) |
| Area | 8.6 sq mi (22.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 177/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7516°N, 78.9883°W |
| County FIPS | 51083 |