Home Value
$211,000
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$906
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.3%
25% lower than US avg
How Mount Summit Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population742
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density3,533/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$32,007
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$5,403M
Commute28 min
Housing
Home Value$211,000
Rent$906
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$160,243
Health
Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Elevation1,105 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+98.7%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute28 min
Libraries5
Is Mount Summit a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mount Summit receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Mount Summit has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mount Summit is $211,000, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $906 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Mount Summit experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Mount Summit has a population of 742 with a density of 3,533 people per square mile. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Mount Summit vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Mount Summit vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Mount Summit is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: Mount Summit vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $32,007 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $987 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,728 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.3% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,354 |
| County GDP | $5,403M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 220 |
| Healthcare | 342 |
| Retail | 387 |
| Manufacturing | 106 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,457 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.64% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.4 min |
| Work from Home | 11.6% |
The median home value in Mount Summit is $211,000, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $906 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,243.
Home Values
| Census Median | $211,000 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $160,243 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $112 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 100.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $906 |
| 22% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,457 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.64% |
In Mount Summit, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.8% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mount Summit vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.7% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.5% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.7% |
| Depression | 28.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Premature Death | 12,615/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 342 |
Crime Rates: Mount Summit vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
Safety Score
Mount Summit has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.3 inches |
| 6% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,105 ft (337 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,533/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0037°N, 85.3862°W |
| County FIPS | 18035 |