Median Income
$146,000
94% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.6%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment
6.1%
69% higher than US avg
How Chelsea Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population8,000
Median AgeN/A
Density184/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Economy
A
Median Income$146,000
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment6.1%
PovertyN/A
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units3,040
Rent Burden10.6%
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.6%
High School+15.9%
Graduate+19.4%
Is Chelsea a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Chelsea receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Chelsea offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Chelsea is $146,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 94% above $75,149. This places Chelsea among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%.
Education
28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 15.9% have completed high school.
Chelsea has a population of 8,000 with a density of 184 people per square mile.
Population
8,000
Total Population
2021 Census
The median household income in Chelsea is $146,000, which is 94% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average).
Income
| Median HH Income | $146,000 |
| 94% above US avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.1% |
| 69% above US avg |
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Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 92.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 7.7% |
| Housing Units | 3,040 |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Chelsea vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Chelsea vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Geography
| Area | 43.5 sq mi (112.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 184/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.5001°N, 75.7827°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |