Median Income
$51,667
31% lower than US avg
Home Value
$206,000
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$673
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.8%
13% lower than US avg
How Springfield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population565
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density401/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Economy
B+
Median Income$51,667
Per Capita$24,659
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$4,247M
Commute34 min
Housing
A
Home Value$206,000
Rent$673
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.7%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain67.2 in/yr
Elevation13 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+86.7%
School Score4.48
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute34 min
Libraries6
Is Springfield a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Springfield receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Springfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Springfield is $51,667, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Springfield is $206,000, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $673 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Springfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 67.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Springfield has a population of 565 with a density of 401 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.5%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 10.4% Black.
Population
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Springfield vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.3% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.7% |
| 87% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Springfield vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Springfield is $51,667, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income: Springfield vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $51,667 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,659 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $888 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,033 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.8% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.8% |
| 13% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,117 |
| County GDP | $4,247M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 210 |
| Healthcare | 174 |
| Retail | 340 |
| Manufacturing | 53 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,154 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.05% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |
The median home value in Springfield is $206,000, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $673 (42% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $206,000 |
| 27% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $149 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.1% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $673 |
| 42% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,154 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.05% |
In Springfield, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.7% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Springfield vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.9% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.6% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.7% |
| Depression | 31.7% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.7% |
| Premature Death | 11,382/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 174 |
Crime Rates: Springfield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
Safety Score
Springfield has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 67.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
53°F Jan (11°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 69.1°F |
| 28% above US avg |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 67.2 inches |
| 77% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 401/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.4256°N, 90.5444°W |
| County FIPS | 22063 |