Median Income
$51,750
31% lower than US avg
Home Value
$105,000
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment
20.0%
456% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Swink Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population35
Median Age23.6 yrs
Density135/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans33.0%
Economy
C+
Median Income$51,750
Per Capita$16,966
Unemployment20.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$589M
Housing
A+
Home Value$105,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation486 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
CommuteN/A
Broadband18.0%
Libraries1
Is Swink a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Swink receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Swink stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Swink is $51,750, 31% below the national average of $75,149. At 20.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Swink is $105,000, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Swink enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Swink has a population of 35 with a density of 135 people per square mile. The median age is 23.6 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
23.6yrs
Median Age
39% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 89.7% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Spanish | 10.3% |
| 23% below US avg |
The median household income in Swink is $51,750, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 20.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $51,750 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $16,966 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $836 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $48,138 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 20.0% |
| 456% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 386 |
| County GDP | $589M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Healthcare | 54 |
| Retail | 50 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,570 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.50% |
The median home value in Swink is $105,000, 63% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $105,000 |
| 63% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,570 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.50% |
In Swink, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Swink vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.8% |
| 30% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.9% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.7% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 76.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.0% |
| Premature Death | 17,858/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 28.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 54 |
Crime Rates: Swink vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Swink has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 63.7°F |
| 18% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 486 ft (148 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 135/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.0173°N, 95.2018°W |
| County FIPS | 40023 |