Median Income
$65,066
13% lower than US avg
Home Value
$28,100
90% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.1%
14% higher than US avg
How Schlater Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population231
Median Age52.7 yrs
Density201/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 36%
Veterans0.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$65,066
Per Capita$21,914
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty14.1%
County GDP$1,453M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$28,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$120,557
Health
Obesity42.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease7.2%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain60.7 in/yr
Elevation130 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+86.0%
School Score4.42
Community
2024 VoteR 30% / D 69%
Commute27 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries2
Is Schlater a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Schlater receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Schlater offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Schlater is $65,066, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Schlater is $28,100, 90% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Schlater enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Schlater has a population of 231 with a density of 201 people per square mile. The median age is 52.7 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (64.5%), with 35.5% White.
Population
52.7yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Schlater is $65,066, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $65,066 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,914 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $838 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,123 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.1% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 820 |
| County GDP | $1,453M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 72 |
| Healthcare | 77 |
| Retail | 143 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,451 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 12.28% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 94.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |
The median home value in Schlater is $28,100, 90% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $120,557.
Home Values
| Census Median | $28,100 |
| 90% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $120,557 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $751 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $924 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,177 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,451 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 12.28% |
In Schlater, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% report depression. 38.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Schlater vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.5% |
| 32% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 17.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 48.0% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 5.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.9% |
| Depression | 17.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 15.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 82.9% |
| Premature Death | 21,369/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 58.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 77 |
Crime Rates: Schlater vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Schlater has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 64.6°F |
| 20% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 60.7 inches |
| 60% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 130 ft (40 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 201/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.6397°N, 90.3494°W |
| County FIPS | 28083 |