Median Income
$127,558
70% higher than US avg
Home Value
$272,800
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
60.2%
79% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Cherry Grove Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,940
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density3,487/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
A+
Median Income$127,558
Per Capita$45,928
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$10,607M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$272,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$332,075
Health
Obesity29.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease4.6%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Education
A+
Bachelor's+60.2%
High School+99.0%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute26 min
Libraries10
Is Cherry Grove a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cherry Grove receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Cherry Grove stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cherry Grove is $127,558, which is significantly higher than the national average — 70% above $75,149. This places Cherry Grove among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 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.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cherry Grove is $272,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
Cherry Grove is a highly educated community — 60.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Cherry Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Cherry Grove has a population of 3,940 with a density of 3,487 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%).
Population
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Cherry Grove vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.4% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.6% |
| 73% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Cherry Grove vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Cherry Grove is $127,558, which is 70% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income: Cherry Grove vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $127,558 |
| 70% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $45,928 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,111 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,154 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 5,080 |
| County GDP | $10,607M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 354 |
| Healthcare | 344 |
| Retail | 529 |
| Manufacturing | 163 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,129 |
| 75% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.25% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.2 min |
| Work from Home | 12.4% |
The median home value in Cherry Grove is $272,800, 3% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,075.
Home Values
| Census Median | $272,800 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $332,075 |
| Median List Price | $257,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $257,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $190 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 109.6% |
| Price Drops | 37.5% |
| Inventory | 8 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,129 |
| 75% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.25% |
In Cherry Grove, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 16.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cherry Grove vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.9% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.3% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.7% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.6% |
| Depression | 26.7% |
| Mental Distress | 16.0% |
| Physical Distress | 9.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,757/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 344 |
Crime Rates: Cherry Grove vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
Safety Score
Cherry Grove has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 54.8°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.4 inches |
| 14% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,487/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.0802°N, 84.3220°W |
| County FIPS | 39025 |