Median Income
$50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value
$55,000
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.5%
15% lower than US avg
How Soldier Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population74
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density493/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans55.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$24,784
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.5%
County GDP$508M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$55,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$273,148
Health
Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation1,228 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute28 min
Broadband32.0%
Libraries1
Is Soldier a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Soldier receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Soldier offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Soldier is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Soldier is $55,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.6% 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 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Soldier experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 10.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Soldier has a population of 74 with a density of 493 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.5%), with 10.8% Hispanic.
Population
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.0% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.0% |
| 85% below US avg |
The median household income in Soldier is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,000 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,784 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $891 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,805 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.5% |
| 15% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 324 |
| County GDP | $508M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 27 |
| Retail | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,724 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.77% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 72.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Soldier is $55,000, 80% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $273,148.
Home Values
| Census Median | $55,000 |
| 80% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $273,148 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,724 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.77% |
In Soldier, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Soldier vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.5% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.5% |
| Depression | 20.8% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.2% |
| Premature Death | 9,798/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 27 |
Crime Rates: Soldier vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Soldier has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 53.2°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.9 inches |
| 0% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 10.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,228 ft (374 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 493/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.5372°N, 95.9656°W |
| County FIPS | 20085 |