Home Value
$47,900
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
31.5%
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.1%
35% lower than US avg
How Murphy Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population180
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density44/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 27%
Veterans71.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,180
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$2,700M
Housing
Home Value$47,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity41.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Elevation795 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+31.5%
High School+98.1%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
CommuteN/A
Broadband46.0%
Libraries5
Is Murphy a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Murphy receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Murphy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Murphy is $47,900, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
31.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Murphy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches, including 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Murphy has a population of 180 with a density of 44 people per square mile. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (66.1%), with 27.2% White.
Population
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 78.0% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Spanish | 22.0% |
| 64% above US avg |
The median household income in Murphy is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $24,180 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,100 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,137 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.2% |
| 100% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.1% |
| 35% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,025 |
| County GDP | $2,700M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 90 |
| Healthcare | 65 |
| Retail | 138 |
| Manufacturing | 60 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,610 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.45% |
The median home value in Murphy is $47,900, 83% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $47,900 |
| 83% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,610 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.45% |
In Murphy, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 34.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Murphy vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.2% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.0% |
| Asthma | 13.5% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.0% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 22.1% |
| Physical Distress | 16.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 60.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.7% |
| Premature Death | 12,606/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 41.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 65 |
Crime Rates: Murphy vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Murphy has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 59.0°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 44.7 inches |
| 18% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 7.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 795 ft (242 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 44/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1341°N, 95.2414°W |
| County FIPS | 40097 |