Median Income
$81,328
8% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,358
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
10.6%
194% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Ross Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population161
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density555/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Economy
B
Median Income$81,328
Per Capita$32,871
Unemployment10.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,277M
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,358
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain15.4 in/yr
Elevation2,299 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+89.4%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
CommuteN/A
Broadband78.0%
Libraries3
Is Ross a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ross receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Ross offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ross is $81,328, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $1,358 per month.
Education
4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Ross has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.4 inches, including 43.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Ross has a population of 161 with a density of 555 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).
Population
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
The median household income in Ross is $81,328, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $81,328 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,871 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,493 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $111,396 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.6% |
| 194% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 529 |
| County GDP | $2,277M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 36 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 43 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,344 |
| 4% below US avg |
Monthly rent averages $1,358 (17% above US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,358 |
| 17% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,344 |
| 4% below US avg |
In Ross, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ross vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.2% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.2% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.8% |
| Depression | 19.5% |
| Mental Distress | 14.8% |
| Physical Distress | 10.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 55.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.5% |
| Premature Death | 18,736/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
Crime Rates: Ross vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Ross has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
11°F Jan (-12°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 42.0°F |
| 22% below US avg |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 15.4 inches |
| 59% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 43.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,299 ft (701 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 555/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.3128°N, 102.5435°W |
| County FIPS | 38061 |