Median Income
$66,136
12% lower than US avg
Home Value
$184,900
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,114
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.2%
26% lower than US avg
How Spring Grove Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,100
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density2,692/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
A
Median Income$66,136
Per Capita$30,576
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$28,433M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$184,900
Rent$1,114
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$319,881
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Elevation501 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+91.3%
School Score5.95
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute23 min
Libraries14
Is Spring Grove a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Spring Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Spring Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Spring Grove is $66,136, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Spring Grove is $184,900, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,114 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Spring Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Spring Grove has a population of 2,100 with a density of 2,692 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%), with 1.3% Black.
Population
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Spring Grove vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.0% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.0% |
| 78% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Spring Grove vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Spring Grove is $66,136, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Spring Grove vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,136 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,576 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,201 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $76,261 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.2% |
| 26% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 9,389 |
| County GDP | $28,433M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 789 |
| Healthcare | 1,029 |
| Retail | 1,183 |
| Manufacturing | 524 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,050 |
| 101% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.81% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.6 min |
| Work from Home | 7.3% |
The median home value in Spring Grove is $184,900, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,114 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $319,881.
Home Values
| Census Median | $184,900 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $319,881 |
| Median List Price | $440,250 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $440,250 |
| $/Sq Ft | $163 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 106.5% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 3 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,114 |
| 4% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,050 |
| 101% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.81% |
Health Metrics: Spring Grove vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.9% |
| |
| Premature Death | 7,602/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,029 |
Crime Rates: Spring Grove vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 32 |
Safety Score
Spring Grove has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.4°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.1 inches |
| 11% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 501 ft (153 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,692/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8809°N, 76.8640°W |
| County FIPS | 42133 |