Median Income
$48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$126,900
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$820
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.6%
47% lower than US avg
How Ryegate Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population259
Median Age62.5 yrs
Density345/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
B+
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$29,189
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$33M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$126,900
Rent$820
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$212,955
Health
Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Elevation3,647 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+89.7%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 85% / D 13%
Commute20 min
Is Ryegate a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ryegate receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Ryegate offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ryegate is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ryegate is $126,900, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $820 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Ryegate experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Ryegate has a population of 259 with a density of 345 people per square mile. The median age is 62.5 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%), with 6.2% Hispanic.
Population
62.5yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.9% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.1% |
| 62% below US avg |
The median household income in Ryegate is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,750 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,189 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $933 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $44,755 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.6% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 51 |
| County GDP | $33M |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.6 min |
| Work from Home | 2.0% |
The median home value in Ryegate is $126,900, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $820 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,955.
Home Values
| Census Median | $126,900 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $212,955 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $820 |
| 29% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Ryegate, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ryegate vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.3% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.2% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.6% |
| Depression | 25.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.6% |
| Premature Death | 11,220/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 2.8% |
Crime Rates: Ryegate vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Ryegate has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 46.3°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,647 ft (1,112 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 345/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.2984°N, 109.2537°W |
| County FIPS | 30037 |