Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Cherokee City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population356
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density757/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans31.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$20,201
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,335M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity33.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation1,132 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+65.1%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
CommuteN/A
Broadband50.0%
Libraries3
Is Cherokee City a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cherokee City receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Cherokee City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
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%.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Cherokee City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Cherokee City has a population of 356 with a density of 757 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (0%).
Population
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Cherokee City vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Cherokee City vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Cherokee City is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: Cherokee City vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $20,201 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $818 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,487 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 942 |
| County GDP | $1,335M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 87 |
| Healthcare | 83 |
| Retail | 149 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,794 |
| 8% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,794 |
| 8% above US avg |
In Cherokee City, 33.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cherokee City vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.1% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.1% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.8% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 64.0% |
| Premature Death | 13,171/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 49.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 83 |
Crime Rates: Cherokee City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
Safety Score
Cherokee City has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 60.4°F |
| 12% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,132 ft (345 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 757/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.2947°N, 94.5768°W |
| County FIPS | 40041 |