Median Income
$81,067
8% higher than US avg
Home Value
$269,400
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
88.5%
163% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Wardville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population52
Median Age77.4 yrs
Density53/mi²
Male / Female77% / 23%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans48.0%
Economy
A+
Median Income$81,067
Per Capita$49,890
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$300M
Housing
A+
Home Value$269,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation679 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+88.5%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
CommuteN/A
Broadband47.0%
Libraries1
Is Wardville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wardville receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Wardville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wardville is $81,067, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wardville is $269,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Wardville is a highly educated community — 88.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Wardville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Wardville has a population of 52 with a density of 53 people per square mile. The median age is 77.4 years, 99% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 11.5% Hispanic.
Population
77.4yrs
Median Age
99% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Wardville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Wardville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Wardville is $81,067, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: Wardville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $81,067 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $49,890 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $887 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,512 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 131 |
| County GDP | $300M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 5 |
| Healthcare | 11 |
| Retail | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,800 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.67% |
The median home value in Wardville is $269,400, 4% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $269,400 |
| 4% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,800 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.67% |
Health Metrics: Wardville vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Premature Death | 15,140/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 46.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
Crime Rates: Wardville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Wardville has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 61.1°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.6 inches |
| 20% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 3.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 679 ft (207 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 53/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.6546°N, 96.0309°W |
| County FIPS | 40029 |