Median Income
$87,500
16% higher than US avg
Home Value
$276,200
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
30.5%
9% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment
6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.5%
72% lower than US avg
How Cornish Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population236
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density44/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
A
Median Income$87,500
Per Capita$32,498
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$9,088M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$276,200
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$472,005
Health
Obesity29.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Elevation4,481 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+30.5%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.82
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 31%
Commute28 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries8
Is Cornish a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cornish receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Cornish stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cornish is $87,500, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cornish is $276,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
30.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Cornish experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches, including 49.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Cornish has a population of 236 with a density of 44 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%), with 9.3% Hispanic.
Population
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.2% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.8% |
| 79% below US avg |
The median household income in Cornish is $87,500, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $87,500 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,498 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,005 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,613 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.3% |
| 75% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,556 |
| County GDP | $9,088M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 212 |
| Healthcare | 504 |
| Retail | 477 |
| Manufacturing | 218 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,350 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.21% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.4 min |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |
The median home value in Cornish is $276,200, 2% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $472,005.
Home Values
| Census Median | $276,200 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $472,005 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,000 |
| 14% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $981 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,082 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,313 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,746 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,105 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,350 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.21% |
In Cornish, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 16.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cornish vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.9% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.0% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 11.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.4% |
| Depression | 25.7% |
| Mental Distress | 16.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.1% |
| Premature Death | 5,132/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 504 |
Crime Rates: Cornish vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Cornish has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 45.9°F |
| 15% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 16.9 inches |
| 56% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 49.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,481 ft (1,366 m) |
| Area | 5.4 sq mi (14.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 44/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.9672°N, 111.9587°W |
| County FIPS | 49005 |