Median Income
$36,875
51% lower than US avg
Home Value
$126,400
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Odessa Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population116
Median Age56.6 yrs
Density64/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
B+
Median Income$36,875
Per Capita$20,053
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,461M
Housing
A+
Home Value$126,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Elevation2,216 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+96.6%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
CommuteN/A
Broadband57.0%
Libraries6
Is Odessa a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Odessa receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Odessa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Odessa is $36,875, 51% 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%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Odessa is $126,400, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Odessa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches, including 21.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Odessa has a population of 116 with a density of 64 people per square mile. The median age is 56.6 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
56.6yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 81.3% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Spanish | 18.8% |
| 40% above US avg |
The median household income in Odessa is $36,875, which is 51% 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.
Income
| Median HH Income | $36,875 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,053 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,000 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,682 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,879 |
| County GDP | $4,461M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 163 |
| Healthcare | 217 |
| Retail | 246 |
| Manufacturing | 60 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,774 |
| 65% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.57% |
The median home value in Odessa is $126,400, 55% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $126,400 |
| 55% 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) | $5,774 |
| 65% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.57% |
In Odessa, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Odessa vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.1% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.8% |
| Asthma | 9.1% |
| COPD | 4.8% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.4% |
| Depression | 17.9% |
| Mental Distress | 14.3% |
| Physical Distress | 10.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.9% |
| Premature Death | 5,530/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 84.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 217 |
Crime Rates: Odessa vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Odessa has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 25.6 inches |
| 33% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 21.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,216 ft (675 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 64/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6991°N, 99.2544°W |
| County FIPS | 31019 |