Median Income
$53,512
29% lower than US avg
Home Value
$89,600
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$770
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.9%
20% higher than US avg
How Addison Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,775
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density939/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans7.5%
Economy
B
Median Income$53,512
Per Capita$25,395
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$5,787M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$89,600
Rent$770
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden22.4%
Health
Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain36.1 in/yr
Elevation978 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+85.1%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute21 min
Broadband82.2%
Libraries16
Is Addison a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Addison receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Addison offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Addison is $53,512, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Addison is $89,600, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $770 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Addison experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.1 inches, including 48.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Addison has a population of 1,775 with a density of 939 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%), with 1.2% Black.
Population
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.6% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.4% |
| 82% below US avg |
The median household income in Addison is $53,512, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $53,512 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,395 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,387 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,746 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.9% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,170 |
| County GDP | $5,787M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 220 |
| Healthcare | 206 |
| Retail | 294 |
| Manufacturing | 71 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,139 |
| 161% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 10.20% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |
The median home value in Addison is $89,600, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $770 (34% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $89,600 |
| 68% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $770 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 22.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,139 |
| 161% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 10.20% |
In Addison, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Addison vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.0% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.6% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.1% |
| Depression | 24.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 15.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,363/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 52.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 206 |
Crime Rates: Addison vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Addison has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 46.6°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.1 inches |
| 5% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 48.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 978 ft (298 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 939/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.1063°N, 77.2320°W |
| County FIPS | 36101 |