Bachelor's+
16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.3%
15% higher than US avg
How Cathay Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population22
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density122/mi²
Male / Female23% / 77%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans12.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,295
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$444M
Commute26 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp41°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.8 in/yr
Elevation1,582 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute26 min
Broadband8.0%
Libraries1
Is Cathay a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cathay receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Cathay has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
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
16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Cathay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Cathay has a population of 22 with a density of 122 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 4.5% Hispanic.
Population
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below 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 Cathay 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 | $13,295 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $961 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,996 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.3% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 207 |
| County GDP | $444M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Cathay vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Premature Death | 4,966/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
Crime Rates: Cathay vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Cathay has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
8°F Jan (-13°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 40.6°F |
| 25% below US avg |
| January Average | 8°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 20.8 inches |
| 45% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,582 ft (482 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 122/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.5539°N, 99.4113°W |
| County FIPS | 38103 |