Median Income
$75,362
0% lower than US avg
Home Value
$192,000
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
32.1%
5% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,170
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.4%
40% lower than US avg
How Progress Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population11,143
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density3,690/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 41%
Economy
A
Median Income$75,362
Per Capita$34,837
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$28,909M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$192,000
Rent$1,170
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Elevation467 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+32.1%
High School+91.8%
School Score5.95
Community
2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute21 min
Libraries10
Is Progress a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Progress receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Progress stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Progress is $75,362, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Progress is $192,000, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,170 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Progress experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches, including 23.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Progress has a population of 11,143 with a density of 3,690 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (41.2%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 25.9% Black.
Population
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 83.1% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Spanish | 16.9% |
| 26% above US avg |
The median household income in Progress is $75,362, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $75,362 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,837 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,308 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,173 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.4% |
| 40% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 7,552 |
| County GDP | $28,909M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 716 |
| Healthcare | 979 |
| Retail | 898 |
| Manufacturing | 194 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,206 |
| 77% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.23% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.6 min |
| Work from Home | 12.0% |
The median home value in Progress is $192,000, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,170 (1% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $192,000 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $257,400 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $257,400 |
| $/Sq Ft | $180 |
| Homes Sold | 6 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 103.1% |
| Price Drops | 11.1% |
| Inventory | 9 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,170 |
| 1% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,206 |
| 77% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.23% |
Health Metrics: Progress vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.1% |
| |
| Premature Death | 8,617/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 88.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 979 |
Crime Rates: Progress vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 26 |
Safety Score
Progress has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.9°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.2 inches |
| 19% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 23.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 467 ft (142 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,690/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.2901°N, 76.8394°W |
| County FIPS | 42043 |