Median Income
$41,349
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
1.2%
96% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
44.8%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Sandy Level Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population466
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density69/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans7.6%
Economy
B+
Median Income$41,349
Per Capita$16,206
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
Commute24 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$169,257
Health
Obesity44.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation693 ft (211 m)
Education
F
Bachelor's+1.2%
High School+86.8%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute24 min
Broadband79.5%
Libraries1
Is Sandy Level a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sandy Level receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sandy Level has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sandy Level is $41,349, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Education
1.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Sandy Level enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 9.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Sandy Level has a population of 466 with a density of 69 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.8%), with 35.2% Black.
Population
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Sandy Level vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Sandy Level vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Sandy Level is $41,349, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income: Sandy Level vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $41,349 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $16,206 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $836 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,699 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 959 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Healthcare | 105 |
| Retail | 81 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,850 |
| 19% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 90.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,257.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,850 |
| 19% below US avg |
In Sandy Level, 44.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 33.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sandy Level vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 44.8% |
| 40% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.0% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 4.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.1% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Premature Death | 19,661/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 105 |
Sandy Level has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above US avg |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.4 inches |
| 25% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 9.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 693 ft (211 m) |
| Area | 6.8 sq mi (17.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 69/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.5738°N, 79.7281°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County FIPS | 51690 |