Median Income
$59,125
21% lower than US avg
Home Value
$72,700
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.2%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.7%
30% lower than US avg
How Rulo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population142
Median Age57.5 yrs
Density225/mi²
Male / Female73% / 28%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Economy
B+
Median Income$59,125
Per Capita$51,025
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$246M
Commute17 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$72,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$125,679
Health
Obesity45.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Elevation971 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+75.7%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute17 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries2
Is Rulo a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rulo 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Rulo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rulo is $59,125, 21% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rulo is $72,700, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Rulo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Rulo has a population of 142 with a density of 225 people per square mile. The median age is 57.5 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69%), with 26.8% Hispanic.
Population
57.5yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.4% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.6% |
| 88% below US avg |
The median household income in Rulo is $59,125, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $59,125 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $51,025 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $891 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,523 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.7% |
| 30% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 181 |
| County GDP | $246M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 9 |
| Healthcare | 12 |
| Retail | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,400 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.68% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.1 min |
| Work from Home | 15.2% |
The median home value in Rulo is $72,700, 74% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $125,679.
Home Values
| Census Median | $72,700 |
| 74% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $125,679 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,400 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.68% |
In Rulo, 45.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.7% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rulo vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.2% |
| 41% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.1% |
| Depression | 18.7% |
| Mental Distress | 15.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 75.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.7% |
| Premature Death | 5,112/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 12 |
Crime Rates: Rulo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Rulo has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.1°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 971 ft (296 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 225/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0517°N, 95.4306°W |
| County FIPS | 29087 |