Median Income
$47,778
36% lower than US avg
Home Value
$81,800
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$754
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.8%
29% lower than US avg
How Cherokee Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population692
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density961/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
B
Median Income$47,778
Per Capita$21,852
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$2,158M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$81,800
Rent$754
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$100,368
Health
Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp58°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation932 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.35
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute20 min
Libraries7
Is Cherokee a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cherokee receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cherokee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cherokee is $47,778, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cherokee is $81,800, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $754 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Cherokee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 9.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Cherokee has a population of 692 with a density of 961 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%), with 5.5% Hispanic.
Population
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.5% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Cherokee is $47,778, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,778 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,852 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $869 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,070 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.8% |
| 29% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,084 |
| County GDP | $2,158M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 101 |
| Healthcare | 133 |
| Retail | 137 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,300 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.26% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.7% |
The median home value in Cherokee is $81,800, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $754 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $100,368.
Home Values
| Census Median | $81,800 |
| 71% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $100,368 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $754 |
| 35% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $664 |
| 1 Bedroom | $668 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $877 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,157 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,300 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.26% |
In Cherokee, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cherokee vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.2% |
| Depression | 23.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.3% |
| Premature Death | 11,703/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 133 |
Crime Rates: Cherokee vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Cherokee has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
33°F Jan (1°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 57.5°F |
| 6% above US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.9 inches |
| 26% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 9.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 932 ft (284 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 961/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.3450°N, 94.8213°W |
| County FIPS | 20037 |