Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Cherokee Falls Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population28
Median Age49.7 yrs
Density255/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans30.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$19,454
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,342M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Elevation538 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+71.4%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
CommuteN/A
Broadband8.0%
Libraries3
Is Cherokee Falls a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cherokee Falls receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Cherokee Falls 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%. 71.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Cherokee Falls enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Cherokee Falls has a population of 28 with a density of 255 people per square mile. The median age is 49.7 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
49.7yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Cherokee Falls 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 Falls vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Cherokee Falls 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 Falls vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $19,454 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $928 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,729 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 988 |
| County GDP | $2,342M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 86 |
| Healthcare | 80 |
| Retail | 197 |
| Manufacturing | 65 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,948 |
| 44% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,948 |
| 44% below US avg |
In Cherokee Falls, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.5% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cherokee Falls vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.3% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 8.7% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.1% |
| Depression | 29.5% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 16.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 53.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 14,798/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 58.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 80 |
Crime Rates: Cherokee Falls vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
Safety Score
Cherokee Falls has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.2°F |
| 10% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.4 inches |
| 33% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 4.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 538 ft (164 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 255/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.0639°N, 81.5445°W |
| County FIPS | 45021 |