Median Income
$30,956
59% lower than US avg
Home Value
$250,900
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
32.4%
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Young Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population269
Median Age64.2 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
B+
Median Income$30,956
Per Capita$22,577
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,397M
Housing
C
Home Value$250,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$373,949
Health
Obesity32.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Elevation5,314 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+32.4%
High School+93.5%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
CommuteN/A
Libraries9
Is Young a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Young receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Young offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Young is $30,956, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Young is $250,900, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Education
32.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Young experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.4 inches, including 8.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Young has a population of 269 with a density of 6 people per square mile. The median age is 64.2 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).
Population
64.2yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
The median household income in Young is $30,956, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $30,956 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,577 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,090 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,582 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,138 |
| County GDP | $2,397M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 138 |
| Healthcare | 139 |
| Retail | 136 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,723 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.48% |
The median home value in Young is $250,900, 11% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $373,949.
Home Values
| Census Median | $250,900 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $373,949 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,723 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.48% |
In Young, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Young vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.0% |
| 0% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.1% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.0% |
| Depression | 24.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.7% |
| Premature Death | 19,407/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 139 |
Crime Rates: Young vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 22 |
| FEMA Disasters | 273 |
Safety Score
Young has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 54.9°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 20.4 inches |
| 46% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 8.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,314 ft (1,620 m) |
| Area | 47.8 sq mi (123.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.1241°N, 110.9383°W |
| County FIPS | 04007 |