Median Income
$70,588
6% lower than US avg
Home Value
$154,000
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.2%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,075
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.0%
84% lower than US avg
How Chalmers Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population518
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density1,727/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
A
Median Income$70,588
Per Capita$31,423
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$1,514M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$154,000
Rent$1,075
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$218,868
Health
Obesity43.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation715 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.2%
High School+91.7%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 26%
Commute27 min
Libraries4
Is Chalmers a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Chalmers 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 high obesity rates. Chalmers offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Chalmers is $70,588, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Chalmers is $154,000, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,075 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.2% 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 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Chalmers experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 20.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Chalmers has a population of 518 with a density of 1,727 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%).
Population
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.6% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.4% |
| 52% below US avg |
The median household income in Chalmers is $70,588, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $70,588 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,423 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $935 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,512 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.0% |
| 84% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 706 |
| County GDP | $1,514M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 52 |
| Healthcare | 32 |
| Retail | 99 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,703 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.76% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.1 min |
| Work from Home | 5.5% |
The median home value in Chalmers is $154,000, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,075 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $218,868.
Home Values
| Census Median | $154,000 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $218,868 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,075 |
| 8% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,703 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.76% |
In Chalmers, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Chalmers vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.9% |
| 37% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.4% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.6% |
| Depression | 27.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,851/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 43.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 32 |
Crime Rates: Chalmers vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Chalmers has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.0 inches |
| 8% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 20.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 715 ft (218 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,727/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6625°N, 86.8677°W |
| County FIPS | 18181 |