Median Income
$54,250
28% lower than US avg
Home Value
$165,600
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$865
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.4%
65% lower than US avg
How Vaughn Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population970
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density271/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
A
Median Income$54,250
Per Capita$29,331
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$5,712M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$165,600
Rent$865
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$372,243
Health
Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain12.4 in/yr
Elevation3,347 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+98.9%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute23 min
Libraries4
Is Vaughn a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Vaughn receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Vaughn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Vaughn is $54,250, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Vaughn is $165,600, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $865 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Vaughn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Vaughn has a population of 970 with a density of 271 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%), with 3.6% Hispanic.
Population
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.5% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
| 81% below US avg |
The median household income in Vaughn is $54,250, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,250 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,331 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,066 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,719 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.4% |
| 65% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,200 |
| County GDP | $5,712M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 251 |
| Healthcare | 326 |
| Retail | 335 |
| Manufacturing | 70 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,066 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.46% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.0 min |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |
The median home value in Vaughn is $165,600, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $865 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $372,243.
Home Values
| Census Median | $165,600 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $372,243 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $865 |
| 26% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,066 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.46% |
In Vaughn, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Vaughn vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.9% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.1% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.3% |
| Depression | 28.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.0% |
| Premature Death | 9,758/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 326 |
Crime Rates: Vaughn vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Vaughn has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
67°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 44.4°F |
| 18% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 12.4 inches |
| 67% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,347 ft (1,020 m) |
| Area | 3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 271/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.5523°N, 111.5609°W |
| County FIPS | 30013 |