Median Income
$50,671
33% lower than US avg
Home Value
$350,000
24% higher than US avg
Violent Crime
111/100K
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
32.8%
3% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,065
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.5%
72% lower than US avg
How Cascade Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population978
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density237/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
A
Median Income$50,671
Per Capita$23,631
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$205M
Commute32 min
Housing
C+
Home Value$350,000
Rent$1,065
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$421,861
Rent Burden51.0%
Crime
F
Violent111/100K
Property1,780/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary222/100K
Health
Obesity34.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain23.8 in/yr
Elevation4,818 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+32.8%
High School+88.6%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute32 min
Libraries2
Is Cascade a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cascade receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cascade has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cascade is $50,671, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cascade is $350,000, 24% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,065 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
Cascade is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 111 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,780 per 100,000, near the national average.
Education
32.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Cascade has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.8 inches, including 86.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Cascade has a population of 978 with a density of 237 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).
Population
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.3% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.7% |
| 80% below US avg |
The median household income in Cascade is $50,671, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,671 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,631 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,095 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,171 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 211 |
| County GDP | $205M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,030 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.87% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.2 min |
| Work from Home | 5.4% |
The median home value in Cascade is $350,000, 24% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,065 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $421,861.
Home Values
| Census Median | $350,000 |
| 24% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $421,861 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,065 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,030 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.87% |
In Cascade, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cascade vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.1% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.4% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.1% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,397/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 30.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
Cascade has a violent crime rate of 111 per 100,000 residents, 71% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,780 per 100,000 (9% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.
Crime Rates: Cascade vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 111.2/100K |
| 71% below US avg |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg |
| Rape | 111.2/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 1,779.8/100K |
| 9% below US avg |
| Burglary | 222.5/100K |
| Theft | 1,557.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 111.2/100K |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Cascade has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 43.3°F |
| 20% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 23.8 inches |
| 38% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 86.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,818 ft (1,469 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 237/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.5088°N, 116.0436°W |
| County FIPS | 16003 |