Median Income
$76,817
2% higher than US avg
Home Value
$120,300
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.3%
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.6%
63% lower than US avg
How Simms Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population495
Median Age55.4 yrs
Density35/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 56%
Economy
A+
Median Income$76,817
Per Capita$29,162
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$443M
Commute38 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$120,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.1%
Heart Disease8.0%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation520 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.3%
High School+85.7%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute38 min
Libraries1
Is Simms a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Simms receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Simms stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Simms is $76,817, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Simms is $120,300, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Simms enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Simms has a population of 495 with a density of 35 people per square mile. The median age is 55.4 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.4%), with 42% Hispanic.
Population
55.4yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.4% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.6% |
| 51% below US avg |
The median household income in Simms is $76,817, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $76,817 |
| 2% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,162 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $809 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,213 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.6% |
| 63% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 296 |
| County GDP | $443M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 32 |
| Retail | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,743 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.45% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 37.7 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Simms is $120,300, 57% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $120,300 |
| 57% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,743 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.45% |
In Simms, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.1% report depression. 37.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Simms vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.0% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.8% |
| Heart Disease | 8.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.2% |
| Asthma | 14.4% |
| COPD | 10.9% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.1% |
| Depression | 31.1% |
| Mental Distress | 24.0% |
| Physical Distress | 18.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 84.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 14,130/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 1.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 32 |
Crime Rates: Simms vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Simms has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 60.5°F |
| 12% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.4 inches |
| 25% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 4.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 520 ft (158 m) |
| Area | 14.1 sq mi (36.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 35/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.3987°N, 95.1647°W |
| County FIPS | 40061 |