Median Income
$41,618
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Niles Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population120
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density261/mi²
Male / Female78% / 23%
Largest GroupWhite 35%
Veterans77.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$41,618
Per Capita$15,072
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,875M
Commute32 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
Ownership50.0%
Health
Obesity33.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp58°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Elevation1,205 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute32 min
Broadband34.0%
Libraries2
Is Niles a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Niles receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Niles stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Niles is $41,618, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Niles enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches, including 12.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Niles has a population of 120 with a density of 261 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (35%), with 29.2% Black.
Population
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 70.0% |
| 11% below US avg |
| Spanish | 30.0% |
| 124% above US avg |
The median household income in Niles is $41,618, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $41,618 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $15,072 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $975 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,003 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,583 |
| County GDP | $3,875M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 156 |
| Healthcare | 176 |
| Retail | 217 |
| Manufacturing | 70 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,810 |
| 37% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 93.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
50.0% of homes are owner-occupied.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 50.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 50.0% |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,810 |
| 37% above US avg |
In Niles, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.8% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Niles vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.2% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.7% |
| Asthma | 8.7% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.4% |
| Depression | 18.8% |
| Mental Distress | 15.1% |
| Physical Distress | 10.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 65.2% |
| Premature Death | 9,658/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 80.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 176 |
Crime Rates: Niles vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Niles has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 57.5°F |
| 6% above US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 34.3 inches |
| 10% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 12.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,205 ft (367 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 261/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9688°N, 97.4575°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 20169 |