Median Income
$40,625
46% lower than US avg
Home Value
$84,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.5%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,014
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
35.8%
189% higher than US avg
How Cecil Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population435
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density453/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 28%
Veterans7.5%
Economy
C+
Median Income$40,625
Per Capita$17,414
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty35.8%
County GDP$536M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$84,000
Rent$1,014
Ownership61.3%
Rent Burden32.5%
Health
Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease7.2%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Elevation236 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.5%
High School+85.2%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%
Commute23 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries1
Is Cecil a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cecil receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cecil has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cecil is $40,625, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 35.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cecil is $84,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,014 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Cecil enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Cecil has a population of 435 with a density of 453 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (61.1%), with 27.6% White.
Population
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% 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 Cecil is $40,625, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 35.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $40,625 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $17,414 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $834 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,566 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 35.8% |
| 189% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 414 |
| County GDP | $536M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Healthcare | 37 |
| Retail | 72 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,844 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.39% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.7% |
The median home value in Cecil is $84,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,014 (13% below US avg). 61.3% of homes are owner-occupied.
Home Values
| Census Median | $84,000 |
| 70% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,014 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 32.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 61.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 61.3% |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,844 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.39% |
In Cecil, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 32.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cecil vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.8% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.6% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.8% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 9.3% |
| Stroke | 4.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.9% |
| Depression | 22.7% |
| Mental Distress | 21.4% |
| Physical Distress | 17.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 13,071/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37 |
Crime Rates: Cecil vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
Safety Score
Cecil has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.9°F |
| 20% above US avg |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 48.2 inches |
| 27% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 453/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.0466°N, 83.3909°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County FIPS | 13075 |