Median Income
$78,125
4% higher than US avg
Home Value
$29,900
89% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
1.5%
96% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$688
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
11.3%
214% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.3%
17% lower than US avg
How Ulysses Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population157
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density714/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Economy
B
Median Income$78,125
Per Capita$34,838
Unemployment11.3%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$584M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$29,900
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$215,138
Health
Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.0%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain28.3 in/yr
Elevation1,541 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+1.5%
High School+97.8%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute29 min
Libraries4
Is Ulysses a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ulysses receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Ulysses offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ulysses is $78,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.3%, unemployment is notably high. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ulysses is $29,900, 89% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
1.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Ulysses experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.3 inches, including 24.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Ulysses has a population of 157 with a density of 714 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%), with 8.3% Hispanic.
Population
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.6% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.4% |
| 45% below US avg |
The median household income in Ulysses is $78,125, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $78,125 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,838 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,045 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,729 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 11.3% |
| 214% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.3% |
| 17% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 276 |
| County GDP | $584M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 15 |
| Retail | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,240 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 10.84% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.5 min |
| Work from Home | 12.5% |
The median home value in Ulysses is $29,900, 89% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $215,138.
Home Values
| Census Median | $29,900 |
| 89% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $215,138 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $688 |
| 41% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,240 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 10.84% |
In Ulysses, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.0% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ulysses vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.4% |
| Asthma | 9.2% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.9% |
| Depression | 17.0% |
| Mental Distress | 14.7% |
| Physical Distress | 10.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 81.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.7% |
| Premature Death | 5,602/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 15 |
Crime Rates: Ulysses vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Ulysses has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 49.8°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 28.3 inches |
| 26% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 24.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,541 ft (470 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 714/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0721°N, 97.2031°W |
| County FIPS | 31023 |