Median Income
$87,008
16% higher than US avg
Home Value
$284,500
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.4%
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
28.7%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment
6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Quincy Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,580
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density374/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Economy
A
Median Income$87,008
Per Capita$47,184
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,482M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$284,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$307,417
Health
Obesity28.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation3,870 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.4%
High School+89.5%
School Score4.69
Community
2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute21 min
EV Stations3
Libraries4
Is Quincy a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Quincy receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Quincy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Quincy is $87,008, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.3% 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 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Quincy is $284,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Quincy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 28.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Quincy has a population of 1,580 with a density of 374 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 8.4% Black.
Population
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.7% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.3% |
| 60% below US avg |
The median household income in Quincy is $87,008, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $87,008 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $47,184 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,151 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,261 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.3% |
| 75% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,004 |
| County GDP | $1,482M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 100 |
| Healthcare | 49 |
| Retail | 89 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,141 |
| 47% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.81% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.7 min |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
The median home value in Quincy is $284,500, 1% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $307,417.
Home Values
| Census Median | $284,500 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $307,417 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,141 |
| 47% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.81% |
In Quincy, 28.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Quincy vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 28.7% |
| 11% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.1% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.6% |
| Depression | 26.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,792/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 49 |
Crime Rates: Quincy vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Quincy has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Temperature
35°F Jan (1°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 50.0°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.7 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 28.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,870 ft (1,180 m) |
| Area | 4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 374/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9310°N, 120.9549°W |
| County FIPS | 06063 |