Median Income
$34,138
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$432
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.5%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment
6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
49.7%
301% higher than US avg
How Sells Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,200
Median Age24.8 yrs
Density238/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 13%
Economy
D
Median Income$34,138
Per Capita$13,348
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty49.7%
County GDP$66,712M
Commute16 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$432
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity45.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.8%
Heart Disease10.1%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain19.9 in/yr
Elevation2,397 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+74.2%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute16 min
Libraries31
Is Sells a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sells receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sells has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sells is $34,138, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 49.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $432 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Sells enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.9 inches, including 8.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Sells has a population of 2,200 with a density of 238 people per square mile. The median age is 24.8 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (84.5%), with 12.7% White.
Population
24.8yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 79.2% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Spanish | 20.8% |
| 55% above US avg |
The median household income in Sells is $34,138, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 49.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $34,138 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $13,348 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,191 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,667 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.5% |
| 81% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 49.7% |
| 301% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 23,608 |
| County GDP | $66,712M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,935 |
| Healthcare | 2,903 |
| Retail | 2,575 |
| Manufacturing | 600 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,960 |
| 42% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 16.1 min |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |
Monthly rent averages $432 (63% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $432 |
| 63% below US avg |
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) | $4,960 |
| 42% above US avg |
In Sells, 45.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.8% report depression. 38.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sells vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.5% |
| 42% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 20.1% |
| Heart Disease | 10.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.6% |
| Asthma | 17.6% |
| COPD | 15.1% |
| Stroke | 6.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.8% |
| Depression | 29.8% |
| Mental Distress | 28.4% |
| Physical Distress | 25.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.0% |
| Premature Death | 9,750/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 86.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,903 |
Crime Rates: Sells vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 168 |
Safety Score
Sells has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
42°F Jan (6°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 55.7°F |
| 3% above US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 19.9 inches |
| 48% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 8.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,397 ft (731 m) |
| Area | 9.2 sq mi (23.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 238/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.9209°N, 111.8709°W |
| County FIPS | 04019 |