Home Value
$108,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.0%
3% lower than US avg
How Sims Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population117
Median Age60.6 yrs
Density403/mi²
Male / Female39% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans78.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,512
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$3,220M
Commute19 min
Housing
Home Value$108,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation858 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute19 min
Broadband56.0%
Libraries8
Is Sims a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sims receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Sims stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average 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 Sims is $108,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Sims experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 24.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Sims has a population of 117 with a density of 403 people per square mile. The median age is 60.6 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
60.6yrs
Median Age
56% 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 Sims is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $31,512 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $979 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,014 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.0% |
| 3% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,280 |
| County GDP | $3,220M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 132 |
| Healthcare | 170 |
| Retail | 215 |
| Manufacturing | 58 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,512 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.32% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Sims is $108,300, 62% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $108,300 |
| 62% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,512 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.32% |
In Sims, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sims vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.5% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.6% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.8% |
| Depression | 27.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.4% |
| Premature Death | 14,895/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 170 |
Crime Rates: Sims vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Sims has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.5°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.8 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 24.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 858 ft (262 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 403/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.5002°N, 85.8572°W |
| County FIPS | 18053 |