Median Income
$66,250
12% lower than US avg
Home Value
$139,600
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$829
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.4%
81% lower than US avg
How Ramer Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population271
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density151/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans6.1%
Economy
B+
Median Income$66,250
Per Capita$28,499
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$787M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$139,600
Rent$829
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$161,019
Rent Burden30.6%
Health
Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain59.1 in/yr
Elevation434 ft (132 m)
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+99.1%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute24 min
Broadband61.1%
Libraries2
Is Ramer a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ramer receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Ramer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ramer is $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ramer is $139,600, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $829 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Ramer enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Ramer has a population of 271 with a density of 151 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.3%), with 17% Black.
Population
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.7% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.3% |
| 98% below US avg |
The median household income in Ramer is $66,250, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,250 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,499 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $861 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,973 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.0% |
| 39% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.4% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 544 |
| County GDP | $787M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 36 |
| Healthcare | 45 |
| Retail | 87 |
| Manufacturing | 40 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,033 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.46% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 97.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Ramer is $139,600, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $829 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $161,019.
Home Values
| Census Median | $139,600 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $161,019 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $829 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 30.6% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,033 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.46% |
In Ramer, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.4% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ramer vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.0% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.3% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.8% |
| Depression | 30.4% |
| Mental Distress | 21.6% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Premature Death | 14,361/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 45 |
Ramer has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 60.4°F |
| 12% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 59.1 inches |
| 55% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 434 ft (132 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 151/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.0719°N, 88.6149°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 47109 |