Median Income
$40,227
46% lower than US avg
Home Value
$50,600
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
29.2%
13% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,055
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
12.9%
258% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.1%
14% higher than US avg
How Roy Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population321
Median Age54.5 yrs
Density157/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 24%
Economy
C
Median Income$40,227
Per Capita$87,524
Unemployment12.9%
Poverty14.1%
County GDP$162M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$50,600
Rent$1,055
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain16.4 in/yr
Elevation5,894 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+29.2%
High School+83.0%
School Score4.65
Community
2024 VoteR 41% / D 58%
Commute30 min
Is Roy a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Roy receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Roy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Roy is $40,227, 46% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.9%, unemployment is notably high. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Roy is $50,600, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,055 per month. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Roy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.4 inches, including 19.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Roy has a population of 321 with a density of 157 people per square mile. The median age is 54.5 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (23.7%), with 4% Black.
Population
54.5yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 58.3% |
| 26% below US avg |
| Spanish | 41.7% |
| 211% above US avg |
The median household income in Roy is $40,227, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $40,227 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $87,524 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $872 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $43,118 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.9% |
| 258% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.1% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 146 |
| County GDP | $162M |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,825 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.61% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.7% |
The median home value in Roy is $50,600, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,055 (9% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $50,600 |
| 82% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,055 |
| 9% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,825 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.61% |
In Roy, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Roy vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.1% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.4% |
| Asthma | 9.0% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.0% |
| Depression | 21.3% |
| Mental Distress | 16.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 65.2% |
| Premature Death | 14,982/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 1.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 17.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6 |
Crime Rates: Roy vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Roy has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.9°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 16.4 inches |
| 57% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 19.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,894 ft (1,796 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 157/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.9451°N, 104.1963°W |
| County FIPS | 35033 |