Median Income
$77,500
3% higher than US avg
Home Value
$148,100
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
26.2%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$914
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.8%
53% lower than US avg
How Ryan Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population383
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density870/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans5.9%
Economy
A+
Median Income$77,500
Per Capita$66,518
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$1,257M
Commute34 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$148,100
Rent$914
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$250,977
Rent Burden30.7%
Health
Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Elevation997 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+26.2%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute34 min
Broadband86.8%
Libraries5
Is Ryan a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ryan receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Ryan stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ryan is $77,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ryan is $148,100, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $914 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Ryan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches, including 34.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Ryan has a population of 383 with a density of 870 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%), with 3.9% Hispanic.
Population
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
The median household income in Ryan is $77,500, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $77,500 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $66,518 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,025 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,955 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.8% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 606 |
| County GDP | $1,257M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 36 |
| Healthcare | 37 |
| Retail | 67 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,125 |
| 18% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.79% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.6% |
The median home value in Ryan is $148,100, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $914 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $250,977.
Home Values
| Census Median | $148,100 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $250,977 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $914 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 30.7% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,125 |
| 18% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.79% |
In Ryan, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ryan vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.8% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.7% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.2% |
| Depression | 21.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 6,094/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37 |
Crime Rates: Ryan vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Ryan has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 46.3°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.6 inches |
| 2% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 34.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 997 ft (304 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 870/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.3523°N, 91.4849°W |
| County FIPS | 19055 |