Median Income
$19,746
74% lower than US avg
Home Value
$80,200
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$336
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
48.4%
51% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
27.5%
122% higher than US avg
How Seaboard Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population624
Median Age53.0 yrs
Density650/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 12%
Economy
C
Median Income$19,746
Per Capita$19,514
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty27.5%
County GDP$739M
Commute30 min
Housing
A
Home Value$80,200
Rent$336
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$89,661
Rent Burden32.8%
Health
Obesity48.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease7.5%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Elevation126 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+75.6%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute30 min
Libraries1
Is Seaboard a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Seaboard receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Seaboard has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Seaboard is $19,746, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 27.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Seaboard is $80,200, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $336 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Seaboard enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Seaboard has a population of 624 with a density of 650 people per square mile. The median age is 53.0 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (84.8%), with 11.7% White.
Population
53.0yrs
Median Age
36% 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 Seaboard is $19,746, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $19,746 |
| 74% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $19,514 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $951 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,956 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 27.5% |
| 122% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 366 |
| County GDP | $739M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 28 |
| Retail | 48 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,311 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.13% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.1 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
The median home value in Seaboard is $80,200, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $336 (71% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $89,661.
Home Values
| Census Median | $80,200 |
| 72% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $89,661 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $336 |
| 71% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 32.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,311 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.13% |
In Seaboard, 48.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 36.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Seaboard vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 48.4% |
| 51% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 17.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 46.4% |
| Asthma | 14.0% |
| COPD | 9.8% |
| Stroke | 5.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 11.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.9% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 22.1% |
| Physical Distress | 16.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 82.2% |
| Premature Death | 14,714/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 22.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 28 |
Crime Rates: Seaboard vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Seaboard has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.0°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.9 inches |
| 34% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 5.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 126 ft (38 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 650/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.4907°N, 77.4420°W |
| County FIPS | 37131 |