Median Income
$83,333
11% higher than US avg
Home Value
$287,600
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$986
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.2%
26% lower than US avg
How Polk City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,884
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density639/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Economy
A+
Median Income$83,333
Per Capita$34,505
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$160,400M
Commute34 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$287,600
Rent$986
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$256,950
Health
Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp75°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.1 in/yr
Elevation148 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+90.4%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute34 min
Libraries17
Is Polk City a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Polk City receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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 high obesity rates. Polk City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Polk City is $83,333, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Polk City is $287,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Polk City has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Polk City has a population of 2,884 with a density of 639 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.8%), with 2.9% Hispanic, 5.7% Black.
Population
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Polk City vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 63.6% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Spanish | 36.4% |
| 172% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Polk City vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Polk City is $83,333, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income: Polk City vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $83,333 |
| 11% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,505 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,304 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,905 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.2% |
| 26% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 56,038 |
| County GDP | $160,400M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 3,857 |
| Healthcare | 4,318 |
| Retail | 5,138 |
| Manufacturing | 874 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,880 |
| 125% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.74% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.7 min |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |
The median home value in Polk City is $287,600, 2% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $256,950.
Home Values
| Census Median | $287,600 |
| 2% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $256,950 |
| Median List Price | $414,950 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $414,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $359 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.2% |
| Price Drops | 35.1% |
| Inventory | 37 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $986 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,660 |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,226 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,230 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,023 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,511 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,880 |
| 125% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.74% |
In Polk City, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Polk City vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.9% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.9% |
| Depression | 21.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,030/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4,318 |
Crime Rates: Polk City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 200 |
Safety Score
Polk City has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
62°F Jan (17°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 74.6°F |
| 38% above US avg |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.1 inches |
| 21% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 77.3% |
| Unhealthy Days | 1 |
Geography
| Elevation | 148 ft (45 m) |
| Area | 4.5 sq mi (11.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 639/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.1805°N, 81.8300°W |
| County FIPS | 12095 |