Median Income
$57,625
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$58,700
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.8%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$637
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.1%
10% lower than US avg
How Rutledge Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population223
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density38/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans3.1%
Economy
B+
Median Income$57,625
Per Capita$43,098
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$606M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$58,700
Rent$637
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden13.4%
Health
Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation328 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+70.1%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute22 min
Broadband70.3%
Libraries2
Is Rutledge a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rutledge 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. Rutledge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rutledge is $57,625, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rutledge is $58,700, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $637 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Rutledge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Rutledge has a population of 223 with a density of 38 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.6%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 24.7% Black.
Population
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% 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 Rutledge is $57,625, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,625 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $43,098 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $928 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,628 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.1% |
| 10% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 300 |
| County GDP | $606M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 15 |
| Retail | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,500 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.56% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.5% |
| Public Transit | 3.2% |
| Work from Home | 7.4% |
The median home value in Rutledge is $58,700, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $637 (45% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $58,700 |
| 79% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $637 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 13.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,500 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.56% |
In Rutledge, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rutledge vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.3% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.3% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.0% |
| Premature Death | 13,952/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 14.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 15 |
Crime Rates: Rutledge vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Rutledge has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 62.2°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 328 ft (100 m) |
| Area | 5.9 sq mi (15.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 38/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.7241°N, 86.3020°W |
| County FIPS | 01041 |