Median Income
$48,854
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$162,500
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$844
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
22.4%
81% higher than US avg
How Vale Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,259
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density1,931/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans9.4%
Economy
C+
Median Income$48,854
Per Capita$20,567
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty22.4%
County GDP$1,553M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$162,500
Rent$844
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$329,399
Rent Burden28.4%
Health
Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain10.0 in/yr
Elevation2,243 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+83.9%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 26%
Commute21 min
Broadband86.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries4
Is Vale a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Vale receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Vale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Vale is $48,854, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 22.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Vale is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $844 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Vale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Vale has a population of 2,259 with a density of 1,931 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.3%).
Population
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 83.0% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Spanish | 17.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
The median household income in Vale is $48,854, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,854 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,567 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $937 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,308 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 22.4% |
| 81% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,135 |
| County GDP | $1,553M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 94 |
| Healthcare | 105 |
| Retail | 124 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,344 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.06% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.0% |
The median home value in Vale is $162,500, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $844 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $329,399.
Home Values
| Census Median | $162,500 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $329,399 |
| Median List Price | $237,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $237,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $182 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.3% |
| Price Drops | 16.7% |
| Inventory | 6 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $844 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 28.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,344 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.06% |
In Vale, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Vale vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.0% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.0% |
| Asthma | 12.6% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.3% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,886/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 47.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 105 |
Crime Rates: Vale vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Vale has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 10.0 inches |
| 74% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,243 ft (684 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,931/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.9839°N, 117.2421°W |
| County FIPS | 41045 |