Median Income
$68,571
9% lower than US avg
Home Value
$179,500
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$484
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.6%
47% lower than US avg
How Woodward Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,002
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density275/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A
Median Income$68,571
Per Capita$29,483
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$63,823M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$179,500
Rent$484
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$287,658
Health
Obesity34.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease4.5%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Elevation1,059 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 44% / D 55%
Commute19 min
Libraries19
Is Woodward a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Woodward receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Woodward stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Woodward is $68,571, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Woodward is $179,500, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $484 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Woodward experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Woodward has a population of 1,002 with a density of 275 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 1.9% Black.
Population
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% 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 Woodward is $68,571, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $68,571 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,483 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,395 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,610 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.6% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 20,581 |
| County GDP | $63,823M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,227 |
| Healthcare | 1,513 |
| Retail | 1,606 |
| Manufacturing | 341 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,943 |
| 98% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.87% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.6 min |
| Work from Home | 4.5% |
The median home value in Woodward is $179,500, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $484 (58% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $287,658.
Home Values
| Census Median | $179,500 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $287,658 |
| Median List Price | $235,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $235,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $121 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.0% |
| Price Drops | 42.9% |
| Inventory | 7 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $484 |
| 58% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,943 |
| 98% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.87% |
In Woodward, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Woodward vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.1% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.7% |
| Asthma | 9.4% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.8% |
| Depression | 19.9% |
| Mental Distress | 15.3% |
| Physical Distress | 10.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,653/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,513 |
Crime Rates: Woodward vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 33 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Woodward has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.3°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.2 inches |
| 5% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 38.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,059 ft (323 m) |
| Area | 3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 275/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.8528°N, 93.9207°W |
| County FIPS | 19153 |