Median Income
$62,250
17% lower than US avg
Home Value
$428,000
52% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,042
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Riverbend Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population505
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density128/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Economy
A
Median Income$62,250
Per Capita$29,073
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,355M
Commute23 min
Housing
C+
Home Value$428,000
Rent$1,042
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain16.4 in/yr
Elevation2,728 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+84.3%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute23 min
Libraries3
Is Riverbend a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Riverbend receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Riverbend offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Riverbend is $62,250, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Riverbend is $428,000, making it a premium housing market at 52% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,042 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Riverbend experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Riverbend has a population of 505 with a density of 128 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).
Population
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Riverbend vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Riverbend vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Riverbend is $62,250, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Riverbend vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,250 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,073 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $967 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,531 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,300 |
| County GDP | $1,355M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 92 |
| Healthcare | 98 |
| Retail | 109 |
| Manufacturing | 43 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,744 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.11% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.8 min |
| Work from Home | 9.3% |
The median home value in Riverbend is $428,000, 52% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,042 (10% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $428,000 |
| 52% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,042 |
| 10% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,744 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.11% |
In Riverbend, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Riverbend vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.9% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.5% |
| Depression | 26.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.4% |
| Premature Death | 11,703/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 98 |
Crime Rates: Riverbend vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Riverbend has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 47.7°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 16.4 inches |
| 57% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,728 ft (831 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 128/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.1453°N, 114.8324°W |
| County FIPS | 30047 |