Median Income
$86,000
14% higher than US avg
Home Value
$108,700
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$933
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.9%
69% lower than US avg
How Viola Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population592
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density592/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans9.2%
Economy
A+
Median Income$86,000
Per Capita$33,285
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$1,540M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$108,700
Rent$933
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$212,238
Rent Burden14.7%
Health
Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.0 in/yr
Elevation760 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute24 min
Broadband84.5%
Libraries8
Is Viola a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Viola receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Viola stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Viola is $86,000, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Viola is $108,700, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $933 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Viola has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches, including 47.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Viola has a population of 592 with a density of 592 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%), with 1.7% Black.
Population
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.7% |
| 95% below US avg |
The median household income in Viola is $86,000, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $86,000 |
| 14% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,285 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $905 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,201 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.9% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 828 |
| County GDP | $1,540M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 63 |
| Healthcare | 75 |
| Retail | 79 |
| Manufacturing | 43 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,923 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.53% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.7% |
| Public Transit | 3.1% |
| Work from Home | 7.9% |
The median home value in Viola is $108,700, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $933 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,238.
Home Values
| Census Median | $108,700 |
| 61% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $212,238 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $933 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 14.7% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,923 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.53% |
In Viola, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Viola vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.6% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.9% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.3% |
| Depression | 25.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,508/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 54.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 75 |
Crime Rates: Viola vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Viola has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
15°F Jan (-10°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 43.7°F |
| 19% below US avg |
| January Average | 15°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.0 inches |
| 0% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 47.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 760 ft (232 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 592/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.5082°N, 90.6740°W |
| County FIPS | 55123 |