Median Income
$39,345
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.9%
97% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$592
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
63.6%
413% higher than US avg
How Stella Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population252
Median Age13.8 yrs
Density1,575/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans2.5%
Economy
C+
Median Income$39,345
Per Capita$12,811
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty63.6%
Commute33 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$592
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$274,851
Rent Burden41.7%
Health
Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.9%
Education
F
Bachelor's+0.9%
High School+81.7%
School Score5.51
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute33 min
Broadband61.0%
Is Stella a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Stella receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Stella has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Stella is $39,345, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 63.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $592 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
0.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Stella has a population of 252 with a density of 1,575 people per square mile. The median age is 13.8 years, 65% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 2% Hispanic.
Population
13.8yrs
Median Age
65% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.6% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.4% |
| 75% below US avg |
The median household income in Stella is $39,345, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 63.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $39,345 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $12,811 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 63.6% |
| 413% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.9% |
Monthly rent averages $592 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $274,851.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $592 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 41.7% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $732 |
| 1 Bedroom | $775 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $970 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,265 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,457 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Stella, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 33.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Stella vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.9% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.3% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 9.7% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.2% |
| Depression | 27.8% |
| Mental Distress | 21.4% |
| Physical Distress | 16.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.6% |
Food & Exercise