Median Income
$60,509
19% lower than US avg
Home Value
$160,400
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,201
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.5%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment
9.6%
167% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.2%
34% lower than US avg
How Reserve Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population7,471
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density513/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 26%
Economy
C+
Median Income$60,509
Per Capita$24,882
Unemployment9.6%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$4,073M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$160,400
Rent$1,201
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$171,269
Health
Obesity43.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain67.2 in/yr
Elevation7 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+84.1%
School Score4.48
Community
2024 VoteR 35% / D 64%
Commute24 min
Libraries4
Is Reserve a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Reserve receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Reserve offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Reserve is $60,509, 19% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.6%, unemployment is notably high. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Reserve is $160,400, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,201 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Reserve enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 67.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Reserve has a population of 7,471 with a density of 513 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (64.2%), with 25.8% White, 1.6% Hispanic.
Population
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.5% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.5% |
| 51% below US avg |
The median household income in Reserve is $60,509, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,509 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,882 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,403 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,157 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.6% |
| 167% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% |
| 34% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,000 |
| County GDP | $4,073M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 69 |
| Healthcare | 71 |
| Retail | 113 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,193 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.37% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.6 min |
| Work from Home | 0.9% |
The median home value in Reserve is $160,400, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,201 (3% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,269.
Home Values
| Census Median | $160,400 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $171,269 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $140 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 105.6% |
| Price Drops | 21.4% |
| Inventory | 14 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,201 |
| 3% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,193 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.37% |
In Reserve, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 34.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Reserve vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.5% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 44.8% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.4% |
| Depression | 25.8% |
| Mental Distress | 21.6% |
| Physical Distress | 15.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 82.1% |
| Premature Death | 11,024/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 71 |
Crime Rates: Reserve vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Reserve has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 67.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
53°F Jan (11°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 69.1°F |
| 28% above US avg |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 67.2 inches |
| 77% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 14.6 sq mi (37.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 513/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.0730°N, 90.5550°W |
| County FIPS | 22095 |