Median Income
$60,625
19% lower than US avg
Home Value
$292,900
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
29.7%
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
15.6%
51% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.1%
43% lower than US avg
How Ward Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population89
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density165/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans39.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$60,625
Per Capita$42,303
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$39,311M
Commute40 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$292,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$516,733
Health
Obesity15.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease4.1%
Climate
Avg Temp35°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Elevation9,506 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+29.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 21% / D 77%
Commute40 min
Broadband32.0%
Libraries10
Is Ward a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ward receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Ward offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ward is $60,625, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ward is $292,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
29.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Ward has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Ward has a population of 89 with a density of 165 people per square mile. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.4%), with 9% Hispanic.
Population
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.7% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.3% |
| 68% below US avg |
The median household income in Ward is $60,625, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,625 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $42,303 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,854 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $137,874 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.1% |
| 43% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 18,751 |
| County GDP | $39,311M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 928 |
| Healthcare | 1,588 |
| Retail | 1,143 |
| Manufacturing | 533 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,666 |
| 90% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.28% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 40.4 min |
| Work from Home | 5.9% |
The median home value in Ward is $292,900, 4% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $516,733.
Home Values
| Census Median | $292,900 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $516,733 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,666 |
| 90% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.28% |
In Ward, 15.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 9.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ward vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 15.6% |
| 51% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 5.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 19.7% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 3.7% |
| Stroke | 2.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 9.0% |
| Depression | 22.9% |
| Mental Distress | 14.1% |
| Physical Distress | 8.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.1% |
| Premature Death | 4,571/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,588 |
Crime Rates: Ward vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Ward has an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
55°F Jul (13°C)
| Annual Average | 35.2°F |
| 35% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 33.9 inches |
| 11% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,506 ft (2,897 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 165/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0730°N, 105.5148°W |
| County FIPS | 08013 |