Median Income
$72,500
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.6%
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment
9.5%
164% higher than US avg
How Nelson Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population11,106
Median AgeN/A
Density2,410/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Economy
B
Median Income$72,500
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment9.5%
PovertyN/A
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units4,945
Rent Burden22.9%
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.6%
High School+23.8%
Graduate+9.5%
Is Nelson a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Nelson receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Nelson has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Nelson is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.5%, unemployment is notably high.
Education
22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.8% have completed high school.
Nelson has a population of 11,106 with a density of 2,410 people per square mile.
Population
11,106
Total Population
2021 Census
The median household income in Nelson is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average).
Income
| Median HH Income | $72,500 |
| 4% below US avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.5% |
| 164% above US avg |
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Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 63.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 36.9% |
| Housing Units | 4,945 |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Nelson vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Nelson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Geography
| Area | 4.6 sq mi (11.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,410/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.4999°N, 117.2855°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |