Median Income
$88,487
18% higher than US avg
Home Value
$439,500
56% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Markham Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population173
Median Age66.0 yrs
Density154/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Economy
A+
Median Income$88,487
Per Capita$56,487
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,033M
Housing
B+
Home Value$439,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease4.4%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain68.8 in/yr
Elevation54 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
CommuteN/A
Broadband91.0%
Libraries5
Is Markham a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Markham receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Markham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Markham is $88,487, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Markham is $439,500, making it a premium housing market at 56% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Markham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 68.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Markham has a population of 173 with a density of 154 people per square mile. The median age is 66.0 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.1%), with 4% Hispanic.
Population
66.0yrs
Median Age
70% 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 Markham is $88,487, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $88,487 |
| 18% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $56,487 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $968 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,782 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 691 |
| County GDP | $1,033M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 102 |
| Healthcare | 38 |
| Retail | 78 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,187 |
| 48% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.18% |
The median home value in Markham is $439,500, 56% above the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $439,500 |
| 56% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
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) | $5,187 |
| 48% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.18% |
In Markham, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Markham vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.4% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.7% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.1% |
| Depression | 28.3% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 61.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,076/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 55.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 38 |
Crime Rates: Markham vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Markham has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 68.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 68.8 inches |
| 81% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 54 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 154/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.9142°N, 123.9879°W |
| County FIPS | 53049 |