Median Income
$68,561
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,170
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.0%
92% lower than US avg
How Cornish Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,080
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density355/mi²
Male / Female60% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Economy
A
Median Income$68,561
Per Capita$38,277
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty1.0%
County GDP$34,616M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,170
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$377,301
Health
Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Elevation452 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+87.7%
School Score5.64
Community
2024 VoteR 31% / D 67%
Commute32 min
Libraries35
Is Cornish a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cornish receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Cornish offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cornish is $68,561, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $1,170 per month.
Education
17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Cornish has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches, including 77.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
Cornish has a population of 1,080 with a density of 355 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.3%).
Population
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.7% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.3% |
| 98% below US avg |
The median household income in Cornish is $68,561, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $68,561 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $38,277 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,372 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $101,946 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.0% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 18,210 |
| County GDP | $34,616M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,133 |
| Healthcare | 1,504 |
| Retail | 1,447 |
| Manufacturing | 417 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,839 |
| 124% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.7 min |
| Work from Home | 6.7% |
Monthly rent averages $1,170 (1% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $377,301.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,170 |
| 1% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,108 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,186 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,951 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,190 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,839 |
| 124% above US avg |
In Cornish, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cornish vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.0% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% |
| Asthma | 13.6% |
| COPD | 7.9% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.1% |
| Depression | 28.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.9% |
| Premature Death | 6,232/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,504 |
Crime Rates: Cornish vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Cornish has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
Temperature
18°F Jan (-8°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 43.5°F |
| 19% below US avg |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 49.7 inches |
| 31% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 77.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 452 ft (138 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 355/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.8001°N, 70.7951°W |
| County FIPS | 23005 |