Median Income
$26,979
64% lower than US avg
Home Value
$47,300
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
32.0%
158% higher than US avg
How Pax Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population94
Median Age62.2 yrs
Density495/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans81.0%
Economy
C
Median Income$26,979
Per Capita$23,701
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty32.0%
County GDP$4,532M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$47,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.9%
Heart Disease7.3%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation1,650 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+71.2%
School Score4.81
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries5
Is Pax a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Pax receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pax offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Pax is $26,979, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 32.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Pax is $47,300, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Pax experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Pax has a population of 94 with a density of 495 people per square mile. The median age is 62.2 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 11.7% Black.
Population
62.2yrs
Median Age
60% above 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 Pax is $26,979, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $26,979 |
| 64% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,701 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,043 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,527 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 32.0% |
| 158% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,608 |
| County GDP | $4,532M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 129 |
| Healthcare | 299 |
| Retail | 302 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,735 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.78% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 90.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Pax is $47,300, 83% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $47,300 |
| 83% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,735 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.78% |
In Pax, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.9% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Pax vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.1% |
| Heart Disease | 7.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.4% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 9.4% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.1% |
| Depression | 33.9% |
| Mental Distress | 24.8% |
| Physical Distress | 16.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Premature Death | 16,996/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 299 |
Crime Rates: Pax vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Pax has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 52.4°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.9 inches |
| 26% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,650 ft (503 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 495/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9099°N, 81.2648°W |
| County FIPS | 54081 |