Median Income
$56,051
25% lower than US avg
Home Value
$57,600
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$673
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.2%
26% lower than US avg
How Wymore Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,287
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density719/mi²
Male / Female59% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
B+
Median Income$56,051
Per Capita$30,082
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$1,583M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$57,600
Rent$673
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$90,457
Health
Obesity42.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Elevation1,237 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+92.8%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute27 min
Libraries2
Is Wymore a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wymore receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Wymore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wymore is $56,051, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wymore is $57,600, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $673 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Wymore experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches, including 18.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Wymore has a population of 1,287 with a density of 719 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 1.9% Black.
Population
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Wymore is $56,051, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,051 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,082 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $941 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,767 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.2% |
| 26% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 744 |
| County GDP | $1,583M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 47 |
| Healthcare | 56 |
| Retail | 99 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,931 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 8.56% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.1 min |
| Work from Home | 1.5% |
The median home value in Wymore is $57,600, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $673 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $90,457.
Home Values
| Census Median | $57,600 |
| 80% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $90,457 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $673 |
| 42% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,931 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 8.56% |
In Wymore, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wymore vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.5% |
| 32% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.1% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.1% |
| Depression | 19.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,954/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
Crime Rates: Wymore vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Wymore has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 31.3 inches |
| 18% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 18.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,237 ft (377 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 719/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1228°N, 96.6642°W |
| County FIPS | 31067 |