Median Income
$63,611
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$219,900
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.1%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$916
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
24.3%
96% higher than US avg
How Vander Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,614
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density435/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 55%
Economy
B
Median Income$63,611
Per Capita$26,345
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty24.3%
County GDP$24,445M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$219,900
Rent$916
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation130 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.1%
High School+92.2%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute28 min
Libraries8
Is Vander a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Vander receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Vander offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Vander is $63,611, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 24.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Vander is $219,900, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $916 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Vander enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Vander has a population of 1,614 with a density of 435 people per square mile. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55%), with 3.3% Hispanic, 35.1% Black.
Population
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.8% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.2% |
| 84% below US avg |
The median household income in Vander is $63,611, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,611 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,345 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,073 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,191 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 24.3% |
| 96% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 7,402 |
| County GDP | $24,445M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 758 |
| Healthcare | 805 |
| Retail | 1,077 |
| Manufacturing | 95 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,018 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.83% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.2 min |
| Work from Home | 8.4% |
The median home value in Vander is $219,900, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $916 (21% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $219,900 |
| 22% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $916 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,018 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.83% |
In Vander, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Vander vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.7% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.3% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.5% |
| Depression | 26.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.0% |
| Premature Death | 12,884/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 805 |
Crime Rates: Vander vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 40 |
Safety Score
Vander has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.9 inches |
| 26% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 130 ft (40 m) |
| Area | 3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 435/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.0383°N, 78.7854°W |
| County FIPS | 37051 |