Median Income
$85,917
14% higher than US avg
Home Value
$360,700
28% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,103
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.3%
57% lower than US avg
How Rush Valley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population425
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density24/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
A+
Median Income$85,917
Per Capita$38,786
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$153,846M
Commute38 min
Housing
A
Home Value$360,700
Rent$1,103
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$642,510
Health
Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease4.6%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain10.6 in/yr
Elevation5,046 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+94.9%
School Score5.82
Community
2024 VoteR 43% / D 54%
Commute38 min
Libraries29
Is Rush Valley a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rush Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Rush Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rush Valley is $85,917, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rush Valley is $360,700, 28% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,103 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Rush Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.6 inches, including 36.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Rush Valley has a population of 425 with a density of 24 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 3.3% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.
Population
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Rush Valley vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.7% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.3% |
| 83% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Rush Valley vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Rush Valley is $85,917, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.
Income: Rush Valley vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $85,917 |
| 14% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $38,786 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,490 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $95,513 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.3% |
| 57% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 67,066 |
| County GDP | $153,846M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 2,569 |
| Healthcare | 3,689 |
| Retail | 3,475 |
| Manufacturing | 1,406 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,666 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.29% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 38.1 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |
The median home value in Rush Valley is $360,700, 28% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,103 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $642,510.
Home Values
| Census Median | $360,700 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $642,510 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,103 |
| 5% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $981 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,082 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,313 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,746 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,105 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,666 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.29% |
In Rush Valley, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 18.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rush Valley vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.7% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.4% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.5% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 17.0% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.9% |
| Premature Death | 6,733/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,689 |
Crime Rates: Rush Valley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 88 |
Safety Score
Rush Valley has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 10.6 inches |
| 72% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 36.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,046 ft (1,538 m) |
| Area | 18.1 sq mi (46.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 24/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3613°N, 112.4506°W |
| County FIPS | 49035 |