Median Income
$42,222
44% lower than US avg
Home Value
$56,900
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
3.5%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$621
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.7%
22% lower than US avg
How Mystic Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population257
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density87/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans13.1%
Economy
B
Median Income$42,222
Per Capita$21,417
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$518M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$56,900
Rent$621
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$56,794
Rent Burden34.6%
Health
Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Elevation956 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+3.5%
High School+94.7%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute19 min
Broadband76.4%
Libraries3
Is Mystic a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mystic receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mystic offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Mystic is $42,222, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mystic is $56,900, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $621 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Mystic experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Mystic has a population of 257 with a density of 87 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 10.1% Hispanic.
Population
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below 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 Mystic is $42,222, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $42,222 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,417 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $887 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,195 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.3% |
| 75% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.7% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 410 |
| County GDP | $518M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Healthcare | 30 |
| Retail | 47 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,592 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.31% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |
The median home value in Mystic is $56,900, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $621 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $56,794.
Home Values
| Census Median | $56,900 |
| 80% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $56,794 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $621 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 34.6% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,592 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.31% |
In Mystic, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mystic vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.0% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,751/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 50.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 30 |
Crime Rates: Mystic vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Mystic has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.4°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.6 inches |
| 2% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 956 ft (291 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 87/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7792°N, 92.9444°W |
| County FIPS | 19007 |