Median Income
$36,356
52% lower than US avg
Home Value
$74,000
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.6%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$743
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.8%
19% higher than US avg
How Chauncey Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population822
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density1,495/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans8.2%
Economy
B
Median Income$36,356
Per Capita$25,095
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty14.8%
County GDP$2,745M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$74,000
Rent$743
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden31.1%
Health
Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.6%
Heart Disease6.8%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Elevation659 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.6%
High School+85.1%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 44% / D 55%
Commute21 min
Broadband84.8%
Libraries8
Is Chauncey a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Chauncey receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Chauncey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Chauncey is $36,356, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Chauncey is $74,000, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $743 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Chauncey experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Chauncey has a population of 822 with a density of 1,495 people per square mile. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 1.1% Hispanic.
Population
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.1% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
The median household income in Chauncey is $36,356, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $36,356 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,095 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $964 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,394 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.8% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,359 |
| County GDP | $2,745M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 154 |
| Healthcare | 148 |
| Retail | 169 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,988 |
| 43% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.74% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.9% |
| Public Transit | 1.1% |
| Work from Home | 2.8% |
The median home value in Chauncey is $74,000, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $743 (36% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $74,000 |
| 74% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $743 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 31.1% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,988 |
| 43% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.74% |
In Chauncey, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.6% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Chauncey vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.4% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.9% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.7% |
| Depression | 30.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 9,988/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 148 |
Crime Rates: Chauncey vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Chauncey has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.2°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.6 inches |
| 9% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 17.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 659 ft (201 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,495/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.4005°N, 82.1266°W |
| County FIPS | 39009 |