Median Income
$85,855
14% higher than US avg
Home Value
$367,500
30% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
52.4%
323% higher than US avg
How Nordic Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population273
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density54/mi²
Male / Female78% / 22%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Economy
B+
Median Income$85,855
Per Capita$57,439
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty52.4%
County GDP$1,143M
Housing
A
Home Value$367,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp38°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Elevation6,131 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.13
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 13%
CommuteN/A
Libraries2
Is Nordic a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Nordic receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Nordic offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Nordic is $85,855, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 52.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Nordic is $367,500, 30% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Nordic has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches, including 78.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
Nordic has a population of 273 with a density of 54 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.1%).
Population
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Nordic is $85,855, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 52.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $85,855 |
| 14% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $57,439 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,296 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,730 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 52.4% |
| 323% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 316 |
| County GDP | $1,143M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 22 |
| Retail | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,629 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.72% |
The median home value in Nordic is $367,500, 30% above the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $367,500 |
| 30% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $785 |
| 1 Bedroom | $824 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,044 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,399 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,719 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,629 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.72% |
In Nordic, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Nordic vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.3% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.4% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.9% |
| Depression | 21.5% |
| Mental Distress | 16.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,912/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 22 |
Crime Rates: Nordic vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Nordic has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
Temperature
16°F Jan (-9°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 38.0°F |
| 30% below US avg |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 17.6 inches |
| 54% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 78.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,131 ft (1,869 m) |
| Area | 5.1 sq mi (13.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 54/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.0793°N, 110.9913°W |
| County FIPS | 16029 |