Median Income
$101,932
36% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
33.7%
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Cheney Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population174
Median Age18.3 yrs
Density1,243/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans87.0%
Economy
A+
Median Income$101,932
Per Capita$31,113
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$28,815M
Commute23 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity31.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease4.7%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain32.3 in/yr
Elevation1,442 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+33.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 47% / D 51%
Commute23 min
Broadband49.0%
Libraries9
Is Cheney a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cheney receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Cheney stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cheney is $101,932, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Cheney 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 23 minutes.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 33.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Cheney experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Cheney has a population of 174 with a density of 1,243 people per square mile. The median age is 18.3 years, 53% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
18.3yrs
Median Age
53% below 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 Cheney is $101,932, which is 36% 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 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $101,932 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,113 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,141 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,036 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 9,853 |
| County GDP | $28,815M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 794 |
| Healthcare | 1,148 |
| Retail | 989 |
| Manufacturing | 246 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,896 |
| 97% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.7 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
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
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,896 |
| 97% above US avg |
In Cheney, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 14.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cheney vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.7% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.7% |
| Asthma | 8.8% |
| COPD | 3.9% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 14.8% |
| Depression | 19.3% |
| Mental Distress | 12.8% |
| Physical Distress | 8.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 6,252/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,148 |
Crime Rates: Cheney vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 26 |
Safety Score
Cheney has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.2°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 32.3 inches |
| 15% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,442 ft (440 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,243/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7260°N, 96.5936°W |
| County FIPS | 31109 |