Median Income
$54,758
27% lower than US avg
Home Value
$88,000
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$727
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.1%
35% lower than US avg
How Chappell Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population843
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density1,204/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Economy
B+
Median Income$54,758
Per Capita$36,268
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$88M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$88,000
Rent$727
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$173,241
Health
Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain19.0 in/yr
Elevation3,691 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+89.8%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2
Is Chappell a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Chappell receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Chappell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Chappell is $54,758, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Chappell is $88,000, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $727 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Chappell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Chappell has a population of 843 with a density of 1,204 people per square mile. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%).
Population
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
The median household income in Chappell is $54,758, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,758 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,268 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $761 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,699 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.1% |
| 35% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 78 |
| County GDP | $88M |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.9 min |
| Work from Home | 5.7% |
The median home value in Chappell is $88,000, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $727 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,241.
Home Values
| Census Median | $88,000 |
| 69% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $173,241 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $727 |
| 37% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Chappell, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Chappell vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.8% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.0% |
| Depression | 19.5% |
| Mental Distress | 15.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,402/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.1% |
Crime Rates: Chappell vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Chappell has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 19.0 inches |
| 50% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,691 ft (1,125 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,204/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0913°N, 102.4699°W |
| County FIPS | 31049 |