Median Income
$158,542
111% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
27.6%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Chelsea Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population57
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density178/mi²
Male / Female75% / 25%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans57.0%
Economy
A+
Median Income$158,542
Per Capita$74,488
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,155M
Commute26 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain23.0 in/yr
Elevation1,346 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+27.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute26 min
Broadband15.0%
Libraries3
Is Chelsea a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Chelsea receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Chelsea stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Chelsea is $158,542, which is significantly higher than the national average — 111% above $75,149. This places Chelsea among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Education
27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Chelsea has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.0 inches, including 43.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Chelsea has a population of 57 with a density of 178 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above 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 Chelsea is $158,542, which is 111% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $158,542 |
| 111% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $74,488 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,047 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $88,624 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,522 |
| County GDP | $3,155M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 102 |
| Healthcare | 124 |
| Retail | 163 |
| Manufacturing | 42 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,536 |
| 87% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,536 |
| 87% above US avg |
Health Metrics: Chelsea vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Premature Death | 6,876/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 84.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 124 |
Crime Rates: Chelsea vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Chelsea has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
12°F Jan (-11°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 42.8°F |
| 21% below US avg |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 23.0 inches |
| 40% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 43.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,346 ft (410 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 178/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.1676°N, 98.7434°W |
| County FIPS | 46013 |