Median Income
$32,500
57% lower than US avg
Home Value
$106,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$632
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.1%
22% higher than US avg
How Viola Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population337
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density215/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans6.7%
Economy
B
Median Income$32,500
Per Capita$16,355
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty15.1%
County GDP$237M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$106,300
Rent$632
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$226,994
Rent Burden29.6%
Health
Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease7.6%
Climate
Avg Temp58°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Elevation888 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+79.6%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute29 min
Broadband76.2%
Libraries3
Is Viola a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Viola receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Viola offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Viola is $32,500, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. The poverty rate of 15.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Viola is $106,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $632 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
9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Viola enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Viola has a population of 337 with a density of 215 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.2%), with 19.9% Hispanic.
Population
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Viola is $32,500, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $32,500 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $16,355 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $793 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $48,584 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 214 |
| County GDP | $237M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Healthcare | 33 |
| Retail | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,414 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.33% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 77.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
The median home value in Viola is $106,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $632 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,994.
Home Values
| Census Median | $106,300 |
| 62% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $226,994 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $632 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 29.6% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,414 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.33% |
In Viola, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.7% report depression. 35.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Viola vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.1% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 10.7% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.7% |
| Depression | 29.7% |
| Mental Distress | 22.8% |
| Physical Distress | 17.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 12,325/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 25.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 33 |
Crime Rates: Viola vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Viola has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 57.5°F |
| 6% above US avg |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 49.6 inches |
| 30% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 4.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 888 ft (271 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 215/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.3992°N, 91.9870°W |
| County FIPS | 05049 |