Median Income
$71,083
5% lower than US avg
Home Value
$242,600
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,170
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.9%
77% lower than US avg
How Notus Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population709
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density1,866/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 63%
Veterans8.2%
Economy
A
Median Income$71,083
Per Capita$25,119
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$11,738M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$242,600
Rent$1,170
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden30.8%
Health
Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain10.0 in/yr
Elevation2,324 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+86.7%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 25%
Commute28 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries7
Is Notus a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Notus receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Notus offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Notus is $71,083, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Notus is $242,600, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,170 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Notus experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.0 inches, including 11.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Notus has a population of 709 with a density of 1,866 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.5%), with 3.9% Hispanic.
Population
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 74.3% |
| 5% below US avg |
| Spanish | 25.7% |
| 92% above US avg |
The median household income in Notus is $71,083, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $71,083 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,119 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $998 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,149 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.9% |
| 77% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 8,946 |
| County GDP | $11,738M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 369 |
| Healthcare | 510 |
| Retail | 576 |
| Manufacturing | 259 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,406 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.40% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 14.3% |
The median home value in Notus is $242,600, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,170 (1% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $242,600 |
| 14% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,170 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Rent Burden | 30.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,406 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.40% |
In Notus, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Notus vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.0% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.4% |
| Depression | 23.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 15.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 80.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,366/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 510 |
Crime Rates: Notus vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
Safety Score
Notus has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.5°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 10.0 inches |
| 74% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 11.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,324 ft (708 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,866/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.7269°N, 116.8004°W |
| County FIPS | 16027 |