Median Income
$35,056
53% lower than US avg
Home Value
$213,100
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.3%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.4%
40% lower than US avg
How Silver Ridge Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,176
Median Age74.1 yrs
Density2,502/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
B+
Median Income$35,056
Per Capita$85,277
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$31,709M
Commute35 min
Housing
B
Home Value$213,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity31.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Elevation20 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+93.4%
School Score6.24
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute35 min
Libraries22
Is Silver Ridge a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Silver Ridge receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Silver Ridge has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Silver Ridge is $35,056, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Silver Ridge is $213,100, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Silver Ridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Silver Ridge has a population of 1,176 with a density of 2,502 people per square mile. The median age is 74.1 years, 90% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%).
Population
74.1yrs
Median Age
90% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Silver Ridge vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 88.8% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Spanish | 11.2% |
| 16% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Silver Ridge vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Silver Ridge is $35,056, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Income: Silver Ridge vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $35,056 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $85,277 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,105 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,654 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.4% |
| 40% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 15,958 |
| County GDP | $31,709M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,344 |
| Healthcare | 1,948 |
| Retail | 2,030 |
| Manufacturing | 323 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,704 |
| 149% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.08% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.6 min |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |
The median home value in Silver Ridge is $213,100, 24% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $213,100 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $379,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $379,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $233 |
| Homes Sold | 6 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 93.5% |
| Price Drops | 12.5% |
| Inventory | 8 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,704 |
| 149% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.08% |
In Silver Ridge, 31.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.4% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Silver Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.3% |
| 2% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.9% |
| Asthma | 9.4% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.0% |
| Depression | 17.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.8% |
| Premature Death | 7,127/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 93.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,948 |
Crime Rates: Silver Ridge vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 48 |
Safety Score
Silver Ridge has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 52.6°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 52.0 inches |
| 37% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,502/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9617°N, 74.2359°W |
| County FIPS | 34029 |