Median Income
$47,192
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.6%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$818
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment
7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.2%
50% lower than US avg
How Watts Mills Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,250
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density991/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 51%
Economy
B
Median Income$47,192
Per Capita$16,079
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$905M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$818
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease8.1%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation651 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.6%
High School+56.0%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute28 min
Libraries5
Is Watts Mills a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Watts Mills receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Watts Mills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Watts Mills is $47,192, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $818 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
2.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 56.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Watts Mills enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Watts Mills has a population of 2,250 with a density of 991 people per square mile. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.2%), with 24% Hispanic, 11.7% Black.
Population
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Watts Mills vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 90.7% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Spanish | 9.3% |
| 31% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Watts Mills vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Watts Mills is $47,192, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: Watts Mills vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,192 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $16,079 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $933 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $47,611 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.3% |
| 103% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.2% |
| 50% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 490 |
| County GDP | $905M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Healthcare | 25 |
| Retail | 101 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,790 |
| 49% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Monthly rent averages $818 (30% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $818 |
| 30% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,790 |
| 49% below US avg |
In Watts Mills, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 42.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Watts Mills vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.7% |
| 30% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 17.7% |
| Heart Disease | 8.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.5% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 11.0% |
| Stroke | 5.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 42.3% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 21.3% |
| Physical Distress | 19.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 69.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 16,927/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
Crime Rates: Watts Mills vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Watts Mills has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 60.4°F |
| 12% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.3 inches |
| 19% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 651 ft (198 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 991/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.5162°N, 81.9855°W |
| County FIPS | 45087 |