Median Income
$75,625
1% higher than US avg
Home Value
$340,600
21% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$853
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.2%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment
5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.0%
68% lower than US avg
How Wales Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population345
Median Age30.5 yrs
Density863/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Economy
A
Median Income$75,625
Per Capita$26,418
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$1,506M
Commute26 min
Housing
A
Home Value$340,600
Rent$853
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity29.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain11.7 in/yr
Elevation5,642 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.82
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 15%
Commute26 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries6
Is Wales a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wales receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Wales offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wales is $75,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wales is $340,600, 21% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $853 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Wales experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.7 inches, including 19.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Wales has a population of 345 with a density of 863 people per square mile. The median age is 30.5 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.1%).
Population
30.5yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
The median household income in Wales is $75,625, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $75,625 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,418 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $854 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,996 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.5% |
| 53% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.0% |
| 68% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 743 |
| County GDP | $1,506M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Healthcare | 63 |
| Retail | 77 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,898 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.85% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.1 min |
| Work from Home | 18.9% |
The median home value in Wales is $340,600, 21% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $853 (27% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $340,600 |
| 21% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $853 |
| 27% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $981 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,082 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,313 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,746 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,105 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,898 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.85% |
In Wales, 29.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wales vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.2% |
| 9% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.4% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 11.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.7% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,286/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 51.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 63 |
Crime Rates: Wales vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Wales has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 11.7 inches |
| 69% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 19.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,642 ft (1,720 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 863/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.4852°N, 111.6361°W |
| County FIPS | 49039 |