Median Income
$26,250
65% lower than US avg
Home Value
$20,800
93% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.1%
94% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
46.3%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
50.0%
303% higher than US avg
How Solen Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population85
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density258/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 15%
Veterans52.0%
Economy
C
Median Income$26,250
Per Capita$12,378
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty50.0%
County GDP$178M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$20,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity46.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease8.6%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation1,678 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.1%
High School+89.4%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute29 min
Broadband24.0%
Libraries1
Is Solen a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Solen receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Solen has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Solen is $26,250, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 50.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Solen is $20,800, 93% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Solen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Solen has a population of 85 with a density of 258 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (84.7%), with 15.3% White.
Population
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.9% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
The median household income in Solen is $26,250, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 50.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $26,250 |
| 65% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $12,378 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $984 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,513 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 50.0% |
| 303% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 166 |
| County GDP | $178M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Healthcare | 11 |
| Retail | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 38.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Solen is $20,800, 93% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $20,800 |
| 93% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Solen, 46.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 35.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Solen vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 46.3% |
| 44% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.2% |
| Heart Disease | 8.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.4% |
| Asthma | 14.3% |
| COPD | 10.5% |
| Stroke | 5.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.7% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 19.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,037/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 39.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
Crime Rates: Solen vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Solen has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-10°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 43.2°F |
| 20% below US avg |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,678 ft (511 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 258/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.3873°N, 100.7956°W |
| County FIPS | 38029 |