Median Income
$76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value
$81,000
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.0%
76% lower than US avg
How Rush Center Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population226
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density628/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans1.1%
Economy
A+
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$31,539
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$196M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$81,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Elevation1,991 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+95.1%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute29 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries4
Is Rush Center a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rush Center 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, high health insurance coverage. Rush Center offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rush Center is $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.0% 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 Rush Center is $81,000, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Rush Center enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Rush Center has a population of 226 with a density of 628 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%).
Population
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Rush Center vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.5% |
| 74% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Rush Center vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Rush Center is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income: Rush Center vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $76,250 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,539 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $852 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,126 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.0% |
| 76% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 116 |
| County GDP | $196M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 4 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,333 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.11% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Rush Center is $81,000, 71% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $81,000 |
| 71% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,333 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.11% |
In Rush Center, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Rush Center vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.5% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.5% |
| Depression | 23.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.6% |
| Premature Death | 17,778/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
Crime Rates: Rush Center vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Rush Center has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 55.8°F |
| 3% above US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 27.5 inches |
| 28% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,991 ft (607 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 628/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4649°N, 99.3108°W |
| County FIPS | 20165 |