Median Income
$45,391
40% lower than US avg
Home Value
$150,700
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Unemployment
11.0%
206% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
25.8%
108% higher than US avg
How Thayer Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population447
Median Age56.3 yrs
Density721/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Economy
D
Median Income$45,391
Per Capita$25,611
Unemployment11.0%
Poverty25.8%
County GDP$1,968M
Housing
A+
Home Value$150,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Elevation642 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+83.6%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
CommuteN/A
Libraries4
Is Thayer a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Thayer receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Thayer has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Thayer is $45,391, 40% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Thayer is $150,700, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Thayer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches, including 29.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Thayer has a population of 447 with a density of 721 people per square mile. The median age is 56.3 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.4%), with 5.8% Hispanic.
Population
56.3yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Thayer is $45,391, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.8% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $45,391 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,611 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $948 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,170 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 11.0% |
| 206% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 25.8% |
| 108% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 875 |
| County GDP | $1,968M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 64 |
| Healthcare | 52 |
| Retail | 125 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,315 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.54% |
The median home value in Thayer is $150,700, 47% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $150,700 |
| 47% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
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) | $2,315 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.54% |
Health Metrics: Thayer vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.8% |
| |
| Premature Death | 9,161/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 52 |
Crime Rates: Thayer vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Thayer has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.7°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.9 inches |
| 5% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 29.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 642 ft (196 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 721/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.1740°N, 87.3295°W |
| County FIPS | 18073 |