Median Income
$40,189
47% lower than US avg
Home Value
$85,200
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$870
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
22.5%
81% higher than US avg
How Cooper Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,045
Median Age34.2 yrs
Density1,401/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Economy
B
Median Income$40,189
Per Capita$22,946
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty22.5%
County GDP$179M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$85,200
Rent$870
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$121,552
Health
Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain49.3 in/yr
Elevation485 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+88.3%
School Score5.10
Community
2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute25 min
Is Cooper a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cooper receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cooper offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cooper is $40,189, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. The poverty rate of 22.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cooper is $85,200, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $870 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Cooper enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Cooper has a population of 2,045 with a density of 1,401 people per square mile. The median age is 34.2 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.2%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 19.5% Black.
Population
34.2yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.5% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
| 81% below US avg |
The median household income in Cooper is $40,189, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $40,189 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,946 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $817 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,862 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 22.5% |
| 81% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 110 |
| County GDP | $179M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 4 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,933 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.79% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.4 min |
| Work from Home | 3.6% |
The median home value in Cooper is $85,200, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $870 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $121,552.
Home Values
| Census Median | $85,200 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $121,552 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $870 |
| 25% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,933 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.79% |
In Cooper, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cooper vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.2% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.3% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.8% |
| Depression | 26.4% |
| Mental Distress | 21.0% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.9% |
| Premature Death | 13,605/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
Crime Rates: Cooper vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Cooper has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 64.6°F |
| 20% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 49.3 inches |
| 30% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 485 ft (148 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,401/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.3720°N, 95.6907°W |
| County FIPS | 48119 |