Median Income
$73,542
2% lower than US avg
Home Value
$397,400
41% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
35.5%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,338
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment
3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.1%
6% higher than US avg
How Chester Center Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,876
Median Age50.6 yrs
Density700/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
B+
Median Income$73,542
Per Capita$48,571
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty13.1%
County GDP$16,096M
Commute26 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$397,400
Rent$1,338
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Elevation195 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+35.5%
High School+94.6%
School Score6.10
Community
2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute26 min
Libraries20
Is Chester Center a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Chester Center receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Chester Center offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Chester Center is $73,542, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Chester Center is $397,400, 41% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,338 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 35.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Chester Center experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Chester Center has a population of 1,876 with a density of 700 people per square mile. The median age is 50.6 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.
Population
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Chester Center vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.9% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.1% |
| 47% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Chester Center vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Chester Center is $73,542, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income: Chester Center vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $73,542 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $48,571 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,353 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $111,114 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.1% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,800 |
| County GDP | $16,096M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 485 |
| Healthcare | 542 |
| Retail | 655 |
| Manufacturing | 215 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,204 |
| 134% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.06% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.9 min |
| Work from Home | 17.7% |
The median home value in Chester Center is $397,400, 41% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,338 (15% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $397,400 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $549,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $549,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $289 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.4% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,338 |
| 15% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,351 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,590 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,955 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,415 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,824 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,204 |
| 134% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.06% |
In Chester Center, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Chester Center vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.2% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.6% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.1% |
| Depression | 25.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 11.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.8% |
Food & Exercise
| Exercise Access | 92.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 542 |
Crime Rates: Chester Center vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Chester Center has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 53.0°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 195 ft (59 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 700/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4030°N, 72.4569°W |
| County FIPS | 09130 |