Median Income
$40,313
46% lower than US avg
Home Value
$112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
16.0%
29% higher than US avg
How Cornish Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population119
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density198/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Economy
B
Median Income$40,313
Per Capita$22,964
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.0%
County GDP$152M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$112,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease7.4%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation875 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+81.8%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 85% / D 13%
Commute22 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries2
Is Cornish a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cornish receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $40,313, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cornish is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Cornish enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Cornish has a population of 119 with a density of 198 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.2%), with 15.1% Hispanic.
Population
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 88.9% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Spanish | 11.1% |
| 17% below US avg |
The median household income in Cornish is $40,313, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $40,313 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,964 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $727 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $47,773 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 16.0% |
| 29% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 150 |
| County GDP | $152M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 10 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,375 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.11% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Cornish is $112,500, 60% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $112,500 |
| 60% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,375 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.11% |
In Cornish, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 37.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cornish vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.9% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.6% |
| Heart Disease | 7.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.7% |
| Asthma | 13.3% |
| COPD | 10.7% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.4% |
| Depression | 27.9% |
| Mental Distress | 21.8% |
| Physical Distress | 17.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.6% |
| Premature Death | 12,513/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 36.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
Crime Rates: Cornish vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Cornish has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
42°F Jan (5°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 875 ft (267 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 198/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.1636°N, 97.5964°W |
| County FIPS | 40067 |