Median Income
$76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value
$157,100
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Seneca Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population119
Median Age58.8 yrs
Density149/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Economy
A+
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$35,875
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$373M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$157,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity32.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp41°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain13.7 in/yr
Elevation4,661 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+83.5%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 18%
Commute19 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries1
Is Seneca a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Seneca receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Seneca offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Seneca is $76,250, roughly in line with 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 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Seneca is $157,100, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Seneca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Seneca has a population of 119 with a density of 149 people per square mile. The median age is 58.8 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.5%), with 11.8% Hispanic.
Population
58.8yrs
Median Age
51% 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 Seneca is $76,250, which is 1% above 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 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $76,250 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,875 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,040 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,689 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 340 |
| County GDP | $373M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,111 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.98% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Seneca is $157,100, 44% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $157,100 |
| 44% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,111 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.98% |
In Seneca, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Seneca vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.5% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.0% |
| Asthma | 12.5% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.4% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.9% |
| Premature Death | 6,071/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
Crime Rates: Seneca vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Seneca has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 40.5°F |
| 25% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 13.7 inches |
| 64% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,661 ft (1,421 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 149/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.1352°N, 118.9763°W |
| County FIPS | 41023 |