Median Income
$53,774
28% lower than US avg
Home Value
$104,700
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,261
8% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.7%
6% lower than US avg
How Southern View Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,838
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density2,743/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Economy
B
Median Income$53,774
Per Capita$31,679
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$15,669M
Commute15 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$104,700
Rent$1,261
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$122,993
Health
Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Elevation611 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+88.8%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute15 min
Libraries13
Is Southern View a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Southern View receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Southern View offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Southern View is $53,774, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Southern View is $104,700, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,261 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Southern View experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Southern View has a population of 1,838 with a density of 2,743 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.2%), with 8.7% Black.
Population
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Southern View vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.7% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.3% |
| 46% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Southern View vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Southern View is $53,774, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.
Income: Southern View vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $53,774 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,679 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,334 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,001 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.3% |
| 47% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.7% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,970 |
| County GDP | $15,669M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 544 |
| Healthcare | 489 |
| Retail | 672 |
| Manufacturing | 92 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,281 |
| 108% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.95% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 14.9 min |
| Work from Home | 7.0% |
The median home value in Southern View is $104,700, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,261 (8% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $122,993.
Home Values
| Census Median | $104,700 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $122,993 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,261 |
| 8% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,281 |
| 108% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.95% |
In Southern View, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Southern View vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.6% |
| 30% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.5% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.9% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,880/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 489 |
Crime Rates: Southern View vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 30 |
Safety Score
Southern View has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 52.9°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.5 inches |
| 6% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 611 ft (186 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,743/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7546°N, 89.6517°W |
| County FIPS | 17167 |