Bachelor's+
5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.3%
15% higher than US avg
How Cardiff Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population42
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density200/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans37.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,964
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$65,539M
Commute26 min
Climate
Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.6 in/yr
Elevation373 ft (114 m)
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+82.9%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 44% / D 55%
Commute26 min
Broadband18.0%
Libraries40
Is Cardiff a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cardiff receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Cardiff faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Education
5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Cardiff enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Cardiff has a population of 42 with a density of 200 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% 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 Cardiff is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $31,964 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,376 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $92,287 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.3% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 22,923 |
| County GDP | $65,539M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,550 |
| Healthcare | 1,895 |
| Retail | 2,539 |
| Manufacturing | 504 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,063 |
| 45% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Cardiff has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 63.9°F |
| 18% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.6 inches |
| 49% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 373 ft (114 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 200/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.6473°N, 86.9306°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 01073 |