Median Income
$54,196
28% lower than US avg
Home Value
$119,700
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$780
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.6%
23% lower than US avg
How Warsaw Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,061
Median Age54.7 yrs
Density738/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
B+
Median Income$54,196
Per Capita$34,291
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$2,368M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$119,700
Rent$780
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden29.9%
Health
Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation1,007 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 26%
Commute22 min
Libraries9
Is Warsaw a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Warsaw receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Warsaw offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Warsaw is $54,196, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Warsaw is $119,700, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $780 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Warsaw experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Warsaw has a population of 3,061 with a density of 738 people per square mile. The median age is 54.7 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 1.4% Black.
Population
54.7yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.1% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
The median household income in Warsaw is $54,196, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,196 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,291 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,217 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,617 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.6% |
| 23% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 930 |
| County GDP | $2,368M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 74 |
| Healthcare | 59 |
| Retail | 123 |
| Manufacturing | 52 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,781 |
| 94% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.66% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.3 min |
| Work from Home | 7.4% |
The median home value in Warsaw is $119,700, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $780 (33% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $119,700 |
| 58% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $780 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 29.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,781 |
| 94% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.66% |
In Warsaw, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Warsaw vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.2% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.4% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.4% |
| Depression | 23.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,545/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 59 |
Crime Rates: Warsaw vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Warsaw has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 45.5°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.8 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,007 ft (307 m) |
| Area | 4.2 sq mi (10.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 738/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.7428°N, 78.1408°W |
| County FIPS | 36121 |