Median Income
$29,063
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Cheshire Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population287
Median Age66.1 yrs
Density611/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
B+
Median Income$29,063
Per Capita$29,310
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,267M
Commute23 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$551,136
Health
Obesity32.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease4.7%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Elevation326 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 28% / D 68%
Commute23 min
Libraries5
Is Cheshire a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cheshire receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cheshire has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cheshire is $29,063, 61% below the national average of $75,149. 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
11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Cheshire experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Cheshire has a population of 287 with a density of 611 people per square mile. The median age is 66.1 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 4.9% Hispanic.
Population
66.1yrs
Median Age
70% above 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 Cheshire is $29,063, which is 61% below 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 | $29,063 |
| 61% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,310 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,292 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $89,865 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,121 |
| County GDP | $6,267M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 245 |
| Healthcare | 307 |
| Retail | 261 |
| Manufacturing | 97 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,646 |
| 90% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.0 min |
| Work from Home | 18.6% |
Zillow estimates the typical home value at $551,136.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,646 |
| 90% above US avg |
In Cheshire, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 16.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cheshire vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.7% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.2% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.2% |
| Depression | 28.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.4% |
| Premature Death | 4,158/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 307 |
Crime Rates: Cheshire vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Cheshire has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 53.1°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.8 inches |
| 7% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 326 ft (99 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 611/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.1901°N, 123.2834°W |
| County FIPS | 41003 |