Median Income
$45,392
40% lower than US avg
Home Value
$99,600
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$969
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.5%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
20.7%
67% higher than US avg
How Ravenswood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,846
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density2,113/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
B
Median Income$45,392
Per Capita$36,609
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty20.7%
County GDP$1,066M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$99,600
Rent$969
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$172,004
Health
Obesity45.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.2%
Heart Disease7.7%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+90.9%
School Score4.81
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute21 min
Libraries2
Is Ravenswood a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ravenswood receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Ravenswood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ravenswood is $45,392, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 20.7% 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 Ravenswood is $99,600, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $969 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Ravenswood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches, including 11.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Ravenswood has a population of 3,846 with a density of 2,113 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%), with 3.2% Hispanic.
Population
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Ravenswood vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.8% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.2% |
| 76% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Ravenswood vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Ravenswood is $45,392, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income: Ravenswood vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $45,392 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,609 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,018 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,241 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 20.7% |
| 67% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 726 |
| County GDP | $1,066M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 47 |
| Healthcare | 60 |
| Retail | 83 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,365 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.37% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.1 min |
| Work from Home | 18.5% |
The median home value in Ravenswood is $99,600, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $969 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $172,004.
Home Values
| Census Median | $99,600 |
| 65% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $172,004 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $137 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.1% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $969 |
| 17% below US avg |
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) | $2,365 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.37% |
In Ravenswood, 45.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.2% report depression. 36.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ravenswood vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.5% |
| 42% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.3% |
| Heart Disease | 7.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.1% |
| Asthma | 13.2% |
| COPD | 11.0% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.3% |
| Depression | 34.2% |
| Mental Distress | 24.6% |
| Physical Distress | 18.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.8% |
| Premature Death | 11,780/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 52.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 60 |
Crime Rates: Ravenswood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Ravenswood has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 54.9°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.0 inches |
| 21% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 11.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,113/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9563°N, 81.7620°W |
| County FIPS | 54035 |