Median Income
$63,594
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$97,500
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.6%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.3%
65% lower than US avg
How Jericho Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population118
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density381/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans87.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$63,594
Per Capita$31,057
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$2,345M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$97,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity45.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease4.7%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Elevation225 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+83.7%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute29 min
Broadband33.0%
Libraries8
Is Jericho a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Jericho receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Jericho offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Jericho is $63,594, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 4.3% 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 Jericho is $97,500, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Jericho enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Jericho has a population of 118 with a density of 381 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (96.6%), with 3.4% Hispanic.
Population
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Jericho is $63,594, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,594 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,057 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $919 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,959 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.3% |
| 65% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,096 |
| County GDP | $2,345M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 113 |
| Healthcare | 126 |
| Retail | 145 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,342 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.40% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 51.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 16.1% |
The median home value in Jericho is $97,500, 65% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $97,500 |
| 65% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,342 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.40% |
In Jericho, 45.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 33.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Jericho vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.6% |
| 42% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.8% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.1% |
| Depression | 20.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.3% |
| Premature Death | 17,011/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 126 |
Crime Rates: Jericho vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
Safety Score
Jericho has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 62.6°F |
| 16% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.4 inches |
| 33% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 225 ft (69 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 381/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2877°N, 90.2305°W |
| County FIPS | 05035 |