Bachelor's+
7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$961
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
27.3%
658% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
33.3%
169% higher than US avg
How Rowena Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population128
Median Age59.0 yrs
Density71/mi²
Male / Female74% / 26%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,969
Unemployment27.3%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$1,795M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
Rent$961
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain14.0 in/yr
Elevation801 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
CommuteN/A
Broadband76.0%
Libraries3
Is Rowena a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rowena receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Rowena faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
At 27.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $961 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Rowena experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.0 inches, including 5.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Rowena has a population of 128 with a density of 71 people per square mile. The median age is 59.0 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
59.0yrs
Median Age
52% above 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 Rowena is N/A. The unemployment rate is 27.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $24,969 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,004 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $88,421 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 27.3% |
| 658% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 33.3% |
| 169% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,494 |
| County GDP | $1,795M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 102 |
| Healthcare | 135 |
| Retail | 146 |
| Manufacturing | 67 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,161 |
| 47% above US avg |
Monthly rent averages $961 (17% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $339 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 86.9% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $961 |
| 17% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,161 |
| 47% above US avg |
In Rowena, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rowena vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.8% |
| Asthma | 12.6% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.2% |
| Depression | 26.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.0% |
| Premature Death | 5,187/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 135 |
Crime Rates: Rowena vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 273 |
Safety Score
Rowena has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 53.5°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 14.0 inches |
| 63% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 5.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 801 ft (244 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 71/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.6701°N, 121.2749°W |
| County FIPS | 41027 |