Median Income
$54,479
28% lower than US avg
Home Value
$197,000
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,327
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.7%
78% lower than US avg
How Cairo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,565
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density370/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Economy
A
Median Income$54,479
Per Capita$75,016
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$3,657M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$197,000
Rent$1,327
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Elevation397 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+98.3%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute22 min
Libraries9
Is Cairo a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cairo receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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. Cairo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cairo is $54,479, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cairo is $197,000, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,327 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Cairo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Cairo has a population of 1,565 with a density of 370 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87%).
Population
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.5% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.5% |
| 44% below US avg |
The median household income in Cairo is $54,479, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,479 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $75,016 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,187 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,690 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.7% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,372 |
| County GDP | $3,657M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 208 |
| Healthcare | 75 |
| Retail | 216 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,114 |
| 132% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.12% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.0 min |
| Work from Home | 17.9% |
The median home value in Cairo is $197,000, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,327 (14% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $197,000 |
| 30% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,327 |
| 14% above US avg |
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) | $8,114 |
| 132% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.12% |
In Cairo, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cairo vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.5% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.3% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.7% |
| Depression | 22.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.1% |
| Premature Death | 8,286/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 75 |
Crime Rates: Cairo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Cairo has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 48.9°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 397 ft (121 m) |
| Area | 4.2 sq mi (11.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 370/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.3052°N, 74.0118°W |
| County FIPS | 36039 |