Median Income
$75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value
$95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,682
45% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.3%
73% lower than US avg
How Straughn Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population210
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density1,500/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
A+
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$29,083
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$2,018M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$1,682
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$171,031
Rent Burden22.5%
Health
Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation1,079 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+89.7%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute23 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries5
Is Straughn a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Straughn receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Straughn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Straughn is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Straughn is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,682 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Straughn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Straughn has a population of 210 with a density of 1,500 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89%), with 5.7% Hispanic.
Population
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.6% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.4% |
| 82% below US avg |
The median household income in Straughn is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $75,000 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,083 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $926 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,262 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.3% |
| 73% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 893 |
| County GDP | $2,018M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 80 |
| Healthcare | 95 |
| Retail | 138 |
| Manufacturing | 51 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,909 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.06% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.1 min |
| Work from Home | 12.2% |
The median home value in Straughn is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,682 (45% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,031.
Home Values
| Census Median | $95,000 |
| 66% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $171,031 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,682 |
| 45% above US avg |
| Rent Burden | 22.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,909 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.06% |
In Straughn, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Straughn vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.7% |
| 30% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.5% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.9% |
| Depression | 29.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,369/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 95 |
Crime Rates: Straughn vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Straughn has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.8°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,079 ft (329 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,500/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8084°N, 85.2908°W |
| County FIPS | 18065 |