Median Income
$66,250
12% lower than US avg
Home Value
$120,700
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$531
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.3%
15% higher than US avg
How Murdo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population633
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density1,005/mi²
Male / Female45% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Economy
B+
Median Income$66,250
Per Capita$29,601
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$85M
Commute12 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$120,700
Rent$531
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain21.7 in/yr
Elevation2,319 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 87% / D 11%
Commute12 min
EV Stations1
Is Murdo a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Murdo receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Murdo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Murdo is $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Murdo is $120,700, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $531 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
21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Murdo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.7 inches, including 49.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Murdo has a population of 633 with a density of 1,005 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.1%), with 23.7% Hispanic.
Population
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.8% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
The median household income in Murdo is $66,250, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,250 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,601 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $679 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,145 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.3% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 60 |
| County GDP | $85M |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 12.4 min |
| Work from Home | 3.6% |
The median home value in Murdo is $120,700, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $531 (54% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $120,700 |
| 57% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $531 |
| 54% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Murdo, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Murdo vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.4% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.8% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.2% |
| Depression | 22.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.5% |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.2% |
Crime Rates: Murdo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Murdo has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 47.4°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 21.7 inches |
| 43% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 49.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,319 ft (707 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,005/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.8894°N, 100.7142°W |
| County FIPS | 46075 |