Median Income
$65,417
13% lower than US avg
Home Value
$112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.3%
7% higher than US avg
How Octavia Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population166
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density1,038/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 55%
Economy
B+
Median Income$65,417
Per Capita$24,962
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$584M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$112,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain30.4 in/yr
Elevation1,410 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+69.4%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute21 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries4
Is Octavia a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Octavia receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Octavia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Octavia is $65,417, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Octavia is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Octavia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.4 inches, including 31.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Octavia has a population of 166 with a density of 1,038 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54.8%), with 21.7% Hispanic.
Population
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 70.3% |
| 10% below US avg |
| Spanish | 29.7% |
| 122% above US avg |
The median household income in Octavia is $65,417, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $65,417 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,962 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,045 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,729 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.3% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 276 |
| County GDP | $584M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 15 |
| Retail | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,240 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.88% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.4 min |
| Work from Home | 22.1% |
The median home value in Octavia is $112,500, 60% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $112,500 |
| 60% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,240 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.88% |
In Octavia, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.8% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Octavia vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.7% |
| Asthma | 8.7% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.8% |
| Depression | 15.8% |
| Mental Distress | 14.2% |
| Physical Distress | 11.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 76.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.5% |
| Premature Death | 5,602/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 15 |
Crime Rates: Octavia vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Octavia has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 49.3°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 30.4 inches |
| 20% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 31.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,410 ft (430 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,038/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.3474°N, 97.0590°W |
| County FIPS | 31023 |