Median Income
$60,417
20% lower than US avg
Home Value
$113,900
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.2%
23% higher than US avg
How Cusick Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population170
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density333/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans13.6%
Economy
B
Median Income$60,417
Per Capita$23,568
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$768M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$113,900
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$282,091
Rent Burden34.3%
Health
Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Elevation2,051 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+89.8%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute32 min
Broadband66.0%
EV Stations3
Libraries4
Is Cusick a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cusick receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Cusick offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cusick is $60,417, 20% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cusick is $113,900, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Cusick experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Cusick has a population of 170 with a density of 333 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.3%), with 31.8% Hispanic.
Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 90.3% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Spanish | 9.7% |
| 28% below US avg |
The median household income in Cusick is $60,417, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,417 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,568 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,214 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,208 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.9% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.2% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 344 |
| County GDP | $768M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 23 |
| Healthcare | 20 |
| Retail | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,196 |
| 20% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.68% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Cusick is $113,900, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $282,091.
Home Values
| Census Median | $113,900 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $282,091 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $850 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 34.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,196 |
| 20% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.68% |
In Cusick, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cusick vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.4% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.7% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.1% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 61.0% |
| Premature Death | 13,768/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 20 |
Crime Rates: Cusick vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Cusick has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 46.2°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 27.5 inches |
| 28% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,051 ft (625 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 333/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.3285°N, 117.2925°W |
| County FIPS | 53051 |