Median Income
$35,417
53% lower than US avg
Home Value
$35,400
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.5%
1% higher than US avg
How Watson Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population190
Median Age56.8 yrs
Density950/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Economy
B
Median Income$35,417
Per Capita$29,919
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$724M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$35,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease7.2%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain54.6 in/yr
Elevation150 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+89.4%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute32 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries2
Is Watson a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Watson receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Watson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Watson is $35,417, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Watson is $35,400, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Watson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Watson has a population of 190 with a density of 950 people per square mile. The median age is 56.8 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%), with 12.1% Black.
Population
56.8yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Watson is $35,417, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $35,417 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,919 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $911 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,214 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.5% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 433 |
| County GDP | $724M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Healthcare | 22 |
| Retail | 51 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,092 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.91% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.8 min |
| Work from Home | 1.3% |
The median home value in Watson is $35,400, 87% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $35,400 |
| 87% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,092 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.91% |
In Watson, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 37.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Watson vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.7% |
| 30% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.4% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.3% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.9% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.3% |
| Physical Distress | 16.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.4% |
| Premature Death | 15,390/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 22 |
Crime Rates: Watson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Watson has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
42°F Jan (6°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 62.9°F |
| 16% above US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 54.6 inches |
| 44% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 150 ft (46 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 950/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8938°N, 91.2571°W |
| County FIPS | 05041 |