Median Income
$34,375
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
40.0%
223% higher than US avg
How Wood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population55
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density220/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 31%
Veterans43.0%
Economy
C+
Median Income$34,375
Per Capita$20,015
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty40.0%
County GDP$71M
Commute23 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Elevation2,147 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute23 min
Broadband31.0%
Is Wood a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wood receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Wood has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wood is $34,375, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 40.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Education
18.6% 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 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Wood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.5 inches, including 50.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Wood has a population of 55 with a density of 220 people per square mile. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (69.1%), with 30.9% White.
Population
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.5% |
| 74% below US avg |
The median household income in Wood is $34,375, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 40.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $34,375 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,015 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $709 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $41,545 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 40.0% |
| 223% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 44 |
| County GDP | $71M |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Wood vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.5% |
| |
| Premature Death | 32,895/100K |
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Wood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Wood has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 47.4°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 20.5 inches |
| 46% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 50.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,147 ft (654 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 220/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.4971°N, 100.4802°W |
| County FIPS | 46095 |