Median Income
$49,167
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$108,700
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.0%
5% higher than US avg
How Ruby Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population244
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density99/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Economy
B+
Median Income$49,167
Per Capita$31,112
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$1,902M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$108,700
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Elevation368 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+87.2%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute30 min
Libraries5
Is Ruby a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ruby receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ruby offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ruby is $49,167, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.0% 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 Ruby is $108,700, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Ruby enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Ruby has a population of 244 with a density of 99 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.1%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 18.4% Black.
Population
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% 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 Ruby is $49,167, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,167 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,112 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $946 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,076 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.0% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 792 |
| County GDP | $1,902M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 71 |
| Healthcare | 92 |
| Retail | 119 |
| Manufacturing | 54 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,920 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.77% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.6 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Ruby is $108,700, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $108,700 |
| 61% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $750 |
| 36% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,920 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.77% |
In Ruby, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ruby vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.4% |
| 29% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.5% |
| Depression | 26.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 15.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.4% |
| Premature Death | 14,470/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 55.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 92 |
Crime Rates: Ruby vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
Safety Score
Ruby has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 62.7°F |
| 16% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 49.8 inches |
| 31% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 368 ft (112 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 99/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.7482°N, 80.1791°W |
| County FIPS | 45025 |