Median Income
$59,375
21% lower than US avg
Home Value
$196,100
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$731
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment
9.2%
156% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.0%
3% lower than US avg
How Richfield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population558
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density845/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Economy
C+
Median Income$59,375
Per Capita$25,116
Unemployment9.2%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$118M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$196,100
Rent$731
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden32.9%
Health
Obesity33.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain10.5 in/yr
Elevation4,303 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+76.3%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 21%
Commute31 min
Libraries1
Is Richfield a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Richfield receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Richfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Richfield is $59,375, 21% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.2%, unemployment is notably high. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Richfield is $196,100, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $731 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Richfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.5 inches, including 28.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Richfield has a population of 558 with a density of 845 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.8%), with 3.6% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.
Population
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Richfield vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 90.9% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Spanish | 9.1% |
| 32% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Richfield vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Richfield is $59,375, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income: Richfield vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $59,375 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,116 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,160 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $76,233 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.2% |
| 156% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.0% |
| 3% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 79 |
| County GDP | $118M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 5 |
| Healthcare | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.3 min |
| Work from Home | 9.5% |
The median home value in Richfield is $196,100, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $731 (37% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $196,100 |
| 30% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $731 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 32.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Richfield, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Richfield vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.4% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.7% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.2% |
| Depression | 23.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.9% |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 7.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3 |
Crime Rates: Richfield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Richfield has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 46.1°F |
| 15% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 10.5 inches |
| 72% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 28.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,303 ft (1,312 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 845/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.0516°N, 114.1559°W |
| County FIPS | 16025 |