Median Income
$31,838
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.6%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$608
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
33.5%
170% higher than US avg
How Sanders Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population738
Median Age27.6 yrs
Density285/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans0.0%
Economy
C
Median Income$31,838
Per Capita$16,248
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty33.5%
County GDP$2,948M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$608
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden26.4%
Health
Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease9.4%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain8.2 in/yr
Elevation5,874 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.6%
High School+83.8%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 40% / D 59%
Commute22 min
Broadband60.1%
Libraries8
Is Sanders a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sanders receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sanders offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sanders is $31,838, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 33.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $608 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Sanders experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Sanders has a population of 738 with a density of 285 people per square mile. The median age is 27.6 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (95.8%), with 4.2% White, 90.8% Asian.
Population
27.6yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 40.0% |
| 49% below US avg |
| Spanish | 60.0% |
| 348% above US avg |
The median household income in Sanders is $31,838, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 33.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $31,838 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $16,248 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,092 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $46,478 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 33.5% |
| 170% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 630 |
| County GDP | $2,948M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 62 |
| Healthcare | 70 |
| Retail | 98 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,061 |
| 41% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 7.7% |
Monthly rent averages $608 (48% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $608 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 26.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,061 |
| 41% below US avg |
In Sanders, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 34.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sanders vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.6% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 18.6% |
| Heart Disease | 9.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.5% |
| Asthma | 15.4% |
| COPD | 13.8% |
| Stroke | 6.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 11.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.6% |
| Depression | 22.3% |
| Mental Distress | 25.0% |
| Physical Distress | 23.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 68.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.8% |
| Premature Death | 27,851/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 3.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 17.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 70 |
Crime Rates: Sanders vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 23 |
Safety Score
Sanders has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
33°F Jan (1°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.2°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 8.2 inches |
| 79% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 3.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,874 ft (1,790 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 285/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2092°N, 109.3191°W |
| County FIPS | 04001 |