Median Income
$37,708
50% lower than US avg
Home Value
$47,100
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
18.6%
50% higher than US avg
How Neeses Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population431
Median Age50.1 yrs
Density252/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Economy
B
Median Income$37,708
Per Capita$24,197
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty18.6%
County GDP$510M
Commute37 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$47,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain54.5 in/yr
Elevation334 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+59.8%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute37 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2
Is Neeses a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Neeses receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Neeses offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Neeses is $37,708, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. The poverty rate of 18.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Neeses is $47,100, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 59.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Neeses enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Neeses has a population of 431 with a density of 252 people per square mile. The median age is 50.1 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.9%), with 2.8% Hispanic, 19.5% Black.
Population
50.1yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.3% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.7% |
| 87% below US avg |
The median household income in Neeses is $37,708, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $37,708 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,197 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $904 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,522 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 18.6% |
| 50% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 307 |
| County GDP | $510M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Healthcare | 42 |
| Retail | 54 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,988 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.34% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 36.5 min |
| Work from Home | 8.7% |
The median home value in Neeses is $47,100, 83% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $47,100 |
| 83% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,988 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.34% |
In Neeses, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Neeses vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.8% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.3% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 9.8% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.7% |
| Depression | 27.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.2% |
| Physical Distress | 16.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.7% |
| Premature Death | 15,722/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 32.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
Crime Rates: Neeses vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Neeses has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 54.5 inches |
| 44% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 334 ft (102 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 252/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.5364°N, 81.1236°W |
| County FIPS | 45009 |