Median Income
$51,371
32% lower than US avg
Home Value
$127,900
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.8%
11% higher than US avg
How So-Hi Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population513
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density583/mi²
Male / Female36% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Economy
B
Median Income$51,371
Per Capita$21,889
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty13.8%
County GDP$9,482M
Housing
A+
Home Value$127,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease7.0%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain8.0 in/yr
Elevation3,453 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+76.5%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 22%
CommuteN/A
Libraries14
Is So-Hi a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, So-Hi receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. So-Hi offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in So-Hi is $51,371, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in So-Hi is $127,900, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
So-Hi enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
So-Hi has a population of 513 with a density of 583 people per square mile. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.9%), with 7.8% Hispanic.
Population
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.9% |
| 71% below US avg |
The median household income in So-Hi is $51,371, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $51,371 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,889 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $985 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,517 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.7% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.8% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 5,056 |
| County GDP | $9,482M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 451 |
| Healthcare | 515 |
| Retail | 646 |
| Manufacturing | 144 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,405 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.66% |
The median home value in So-Hi is $127,900, 55% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $127,900 |
| 55% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
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) | $3,405 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.66% |
In So-Hi, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 33.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: So-Hi vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.2% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.1% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.4% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 10.7% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.1% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 17.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.7% |
| Premature Death | 13,413/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 515 |
Crime Rates: So-Hi vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 61 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
So-Hi has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 62.6°F |
| 16% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 8.0 inches |
| 79% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,453 ft (1,052 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 583/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2527°N, 114.1415°W |
| County FIPS | 04015 |