Median Income
$26,060
65% lower than US avg
Home Value
$120,000
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
24.4%
97% higher than US avg
How Villa Heights Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population647
Median Age57.9 yrs
Density674/mi²
Male / Female34% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans1.8%
Economy
C+
Median Income$26,060
Per Capita$23,634
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty24.4%
Commute22 min
Housing
A
Home Value$120,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity41.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation810 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+78.4%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute22 min
Broadband71.4%
Libraries1
Is Villa Heights a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Villa Heights receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Villa Heights has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Villa Heights is $26,060, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 24.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Villa Heights is $120,000, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Villa Heights enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 9.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Villa Heights has a population of 647 with a density of 674 people per square mile. The median age is 57.9 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.6%), with 16.8% Black.
Population
57.9yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Villa Heights vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.0% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.0% |
| 48% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Villa Heights vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Villa Heights is $26,060, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income: Villa Heights vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $26,060 |
| 65% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,634 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $836 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,699 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 24.4% |
| 97% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 959 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Healthcare | 105 |
| Retail | 81 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,850 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.38% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Villa Heights is $120,000, 57% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $120,000 |
| 57% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,850 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.38% |
In Villa Heights, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Villa Heights vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.2% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.4% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.1% |
| Depression | 24.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.6% |
| Premature Death | 19,661/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 105 |
Crime Rates: Villa Heights vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Villa Heights has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above US avg |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.4 inches |
| 25% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 9.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 810 ft (247 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 674/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7022°N, 79.8946°W |
| County FIPS | 51690 |