Median Income
$36,579
51% lower than US avg
Home Value
$196,800
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.5%
40% lower than US avg
How Ryderwood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population367
Median Age75.2 yrs
Density2,294/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans19.1%
Economy
B+
Median Income$36,579
Per Capita$29,462
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$133M
Commute29 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$196,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$258,074
Health
Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain54.7 in/yr
Elevation271 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+79.6%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute29 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries1
Is Ryderwood a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ryderwood receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Ryderwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ryderwood is $36,579, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ryderwood is $196,800, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Ryderwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Ryderwood has a population of 367 with a density of 2,294 people per square mile. The median age is 75.2 years, 93% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94%).
Population
75.2yrs
Median Age
93% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Ryderwood vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.2% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.8% |
| 79% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Ryderwood vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Ryderwood is $36,579, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income: Ryderwood vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $36,579 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,462 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $867 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,181 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.5% |
| 40% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 132 |
| County GDP | $133M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 3 |
| Retail | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,483 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.28% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 81.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Ryderwood is $196,800, 30% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $258,074.
Home Values
| Census Median | $196,800 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $258,074 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $288 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.0% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,483 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.28% |
In Ryderwood, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 17.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ryderwood vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.8% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.8% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.6% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.9% |
| Depression | 28.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,037/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3 |
Crime Rates: Ryderwood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Ryderwood has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 50.8°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 54.7 inches |
| 44% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 2.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 271 ft (83 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,294/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.3749°N, 123.0442°W |
| County FIPS | 53069 |