Median Income
$47,292
37% lower than US avg
Home Value
$75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.9%
20% lower than US avg
How Rentz Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population280
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density267/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Economy
B+
Median Income$47,292
Per Capita$23,152
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$2,704M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$175,699
Health
Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation311 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+79.1%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute29 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries1
Is Rentz a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rentz receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Rentz offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rentz is $47,292, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rentz is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Rentz enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Rentz has a population of 280 with a density of 267 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.8%), with 11.8% Black.
Population
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below 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 Rentz is $47,292, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,292 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,152 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,011 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,194 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.9% |
| 20% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,224 |
| County GDP | $2,704M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 112 |
| Healthcare | 173 |
| Retail | 225 |
| Manufacturing | 38 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,050 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.07% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.8% |
The median home value in Rentz is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,699.
Home Values
| Census Median | $75,000 |
| 73% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $175,699 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $775 |
| 33% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,050 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.07% |
In Rentz, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rentz vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.4% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.1% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.9% |
| Depression | 23.9% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 14,998/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 173 |
Crime Rates: Rentz vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
Safety Score
Rentz has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 64.9°F |
| 20% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.3 inches |
| 24% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 311 ft (95 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 267/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.3829°N, 82.9918°W |
| County FIPS | 13175 |