Median Income
$34,498
54% lower than US avg
Home Value
$112,900
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$782
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
20.2%
63% higher than US avg
How Sophia Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,654
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density2,363/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
C+
Median Income$34,498
Per Capita$29,190
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty20.2%
County GDP$4,532M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$112,900
Rent$782
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$105,309
Health
Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.0%
Heart Disease7.5%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation2,319 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+74.9%
School Score4.81
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute28 min
Libraries5
Is Sophia a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sophia receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sophia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sophia is $34,498, 54% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 20.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sophia is $112,900, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $782 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Sophia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 38.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Sophia has a population of 1,654 with a density of 2,363 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 4.2% Black.
Population
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.4% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.6% |
| 88% below US avg |
The median household income in Sophia is $34,498, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $34,498 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,190 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,043 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,527 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 20.2% |
| 63% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,608 |
| County GDP | $4,532M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 129 |
| Healthcare | 299 |
| Retail | 302 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,735 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.42% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.8 min |
| Work from Home | 6.4% |
The median home value in Sophia is $112,900, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $782 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $105,309.
Home Values
| Census Median | $112,900 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $105,309 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $65 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.4% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 3 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $782 |
| 33% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,735 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.42% |
In Sophia, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.0% report depression. 34.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sophia vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.7% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.6% |
| Asthma | 13.2% |
| COPD | 10.8% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.8% |
| Depression | 34.0% |
| Mental Distress | 25.2% |
| Physical Distress | 18.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.9% |
| Premature Death | 16,996/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 299 |
Crime Rates: Sophia vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Sophia has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 49.7°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.4 inches |
| 14% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 38.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,319 ft (707 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,363/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.7073°N, 81.2536°W |
| County FIPS | 54081 |