Median Income
$66,940
11% lower than US avg
Home Value
$398,900
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
42.6%
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
21.0%
69% higher than US avg
How Startup Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population746
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density174/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Economy
B+
Median Income$66,940
Per Capita$56,086
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty21.0%
County GDP$477,154M
Commute43 min
Housing
B
Home Value$398,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity33.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain68.3 in/yr
Elevation142 ft
Education
A
Bachelor's+42.6%
High School+84.2%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 22% / D 74%
Commute43 min
Libraries78
Is Startup a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Startup receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Startup offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Startup is $66,940, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 21.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Startup is $398,900, 42% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 42.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Startup experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 68.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Startup has a population of 746 with a density of 174 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 (66.9%), with 10.3% Hispanic.
Population
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 82.9% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Spanish | 17.1% |
| 28% above US avg |
The median household income in Startup is $66,940, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,940 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $56,086 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $2,544 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $161,387 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 21.0% |
| 69% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 82,150 |
| County GDP | $477,154M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 6,697 |
| Healthcare | 8,565 |
| Retail | 6,042 |
| Manufacturing | 1,935 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,168 |
| 191% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.55% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 42.6 min |
| Work from Home | 18.3% |
The median home value in Startup is $398,900, 42% above the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $398,900 |
| 42% 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) | $10,168 |
| 191% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.55% |
In Startup, 33.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Startup vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.1% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.8% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.6% |
| Depression | 27.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.0% |
| Premature Death | 5,529/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8,565 |
Crime Rates: Startup vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 146 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Startup has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 68.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 51.6°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 68.3 inches |
| 80% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 142 ft (43 m) |
| Area | 4.3 sq mi (11.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 174/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.8742°N, 121.7544°W |
| County FIPS | 53033 |