Median Income
$70,804
6% lower than US avg
Home Value
$104,600
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.0%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$769
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.8%
53% lower than US avg
How Neoga Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,248
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density885/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
A
Median Income$70,804
Per Capita$30,148
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$1,828M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$104,600
Rent$769
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$173,266
Health
Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease4.7%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Elevation658 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.0%
High School+90.9%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute25 min
Libraries3
Is Neoga a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Neoga receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Neoga stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Neoga is $70,804, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Neoga is $104,600, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $769 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Neoga experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Neoga has a population of 1,248 with a density of 885 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.7%).
Population
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.7% |
| 95% below US avg |
The median household income in Neoga is $70,804, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $70,804 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,148 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $917 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,038 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.8% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 188 |
| County GDP | $1,828M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 14 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,420 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.27% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.4 min |
| Work from Home | 11.2% |
The median home value in Neoga is $104,600, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $769 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,266.
Home Values
| Census Median | $104,600 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $173,266 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $769 |
| 34% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,420 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.27% |
In Neoga, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Neoga vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.2% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.3% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.7% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 11.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,352/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 21.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
Crime Rates: Neoga vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Neoga has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.9 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 658 ft (201 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 885/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.3216°N, 88.4503°W |
| County FIPS | 17035 |