Median Income
$41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value
$55,000
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.2%
93% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
36.1%
191% higher than US avg
How Ryder Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population135
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density260/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans79.0%
Economy
C+
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$19,764
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty36.1%
County GDP$1,016M
Commute37 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$55,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp41°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain18.7 in/yr
Elevation2,100 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.2%
High School+85.4%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute37 min
Broadband51.0%
Libraries7
Is Ryder a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ryder receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Ryder has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ryder is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 36.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ryder is $55,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Ryder has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.7 inches, including 49.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Ryder has a population of 135 with a density of 260 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 1.5% Hispanic.
Population
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.8% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.2% |
| 54% below US avg |
The median household income in Ryder is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 36.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $41,250 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $19,764 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,324 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $88,300 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 36.1% |
| 191% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 392 |
| County GDP | $1,016M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 21 |
| Retail | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,850 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.00% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 37.0 min |
| Work from Home | 15.9% |
The median home value in Ryder is $55,000, 80% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $55,000 |
| 80% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,850 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.00% |
In Ryder, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ryder vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.6% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.9% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.7% |
| Depression | 21.4% |
| Mental Distress | 15.1% |
| Physical Distress | 11.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 83.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.1% |
| Premature Death | 10,092/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 38.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
Crime Rates: Ryder vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Ryder has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
9°F Jan (-13°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 40.5°F |
| 25% below US avg |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 18.7 inches |
| 51% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 49.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,100 ft (640 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 260/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.9212°N, 101.6704°W |
| County FIPS | 38055 |