Median Income
$58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value
$142,500
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.8%
3% higher than US avg
How Murtaugh Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population146
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density635/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans1.9%
Economy
B+
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$22,339
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$2,004M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$142,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$463,963
Health
Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain10.3 in/yr
Elevation4,090 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+69.8%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries1
Is Murtaugh a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Murtaugh receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Murtaugh offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Murtaugh is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Murtaugh is $142,500, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Murtaugh experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Murtaugh has a population of 146 with a density of 635 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.7%), with 16.4% Hispanic.
Population
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 77.8% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Spanish | 22.2% |
| 66% above US avg |
The median household income in Murtaugh is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $58,750 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,339 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $992 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,126 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.8% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 941 |
| County GDP | $2,004M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 40 |
| Healthcare | 40 |
| Retail | 81 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,381 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.37% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 10.4% |
The median home value in Murtaugh is $142,500, 49% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $463,963.
Home Values
| Census Median | $142,500 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $463,963 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,381 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.37% |
In Murtaugh, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Murtaugh vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.7% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.2% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.3% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 16.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 77.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.6% |
| Premature Death | 8,175/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 42.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 40 |
Crime Rates: Murtaugh vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Murtaugh has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.1°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 10.3 inches |
| 73% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,090 ft (1,247 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 635/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.4917°N, 114.1623°W |
| County FIPS | 16053 |