Median Income
$80,125
7% higher than US avg
Home Value
$241,100
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
30.7%
9% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,171
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment
6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Day Heights Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,556
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density2,166/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
B+
Median Income$80,125
Per Capita$45,441
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$10,607M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$241,100
Rent$1,171
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity31.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease4.8%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation868 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+30.7%
High School+96.1%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute29 min
Libraries10
Is Day Heights a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Day Heights receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Day Heights stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Day Heights is $80,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Day Heights is $241,100, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,171 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
30.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Day Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Day Heights has a population of 2,556 with a density of 2,166 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%).
Population
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Day Heights vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.2% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Day Heights vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Day Heights is $80,125, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income: Day Heights vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $80,125 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $45,441 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,111 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,154 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.8% |
| 89% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 5,080 |
| County GDP | $10,607M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 354 |
| Healthcare | 344 |
| Retail | 529 |
| Manufacturing | 163 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,129 |
| 75% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.54% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.7 min |
| Work from Home | 14.9% |
The median home value in Day Heights is $241,100, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,171 (1% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $241,100 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $274,950 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $274,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $148 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.9% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,171 |
| 1% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,129 |
| 75% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.54% |
In Day Heights, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Day Heights vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.9% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 5.0% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.4% |
| Depression | 25.7% |
| Mental Distress | 16.7% |
| Physical Distress | 10.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.5% |
| Premature Death | 8,757/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 344 |
Crime Rates: Day Heights vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
Safety Score
Day Heights has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 53.8°F |
| 0% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 868 ft (265 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,166/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.1755°N, 84.2275°W |
| County FIPS | 39025 |