Median Income
$43,574
42% lower than US avg
Home Value
$183,500
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.3%
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.9%
52% lower than US avg
How Sullivan Gardens Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,334
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density534/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
B+
Median Income$43,574
Per Capita$34,501
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$9,174M
Commute30 min
Housing
A
Home Value$183,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.4%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Elevation1,306 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.3%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute30 min
Libraries3
Is Sullivan Gardens a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sullivan Gardens receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sullivan Gardens offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sullivan Gardens is $43,574, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sullivan Gardens is $183,500, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Sullivan Gardens enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches, including 6.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Sullivan Gardens has a population of 1,334 with a density of 534 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 1.3% Black.
Population
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Sullivan Gardens vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.8% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.2% |
| 61% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Sullivan Gardens vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Sullivan Gardens is $43,574, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income: Sullivan Gardens vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $43,574 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,501 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,072 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,176 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.9% |
| 52% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,896 |
| County GDP | $9,174M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 345 |
| Healthcare | 416 |
| Retail | 534 |
| Manufacturing | 101 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,203 |
| 20% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.29% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.6 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |
The median home value in Sullivan Gardens is $183,500, 35% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $183,500 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $249,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $249,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $213 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.9% |
| Price Drops | 25.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,203 |
| 20% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.29% |
In Sullivan Gardens, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.4% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sullivan Gardens vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.9% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.7% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 9.6% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.4% |
| Depression | 33.4% |
| Mental Distress | 22.6% |
| Physical Distress | 16.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.6% |
| Premature Death | 10,757/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 416 |
Crime Rates: Sullivan Gardens vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
Safety Score
Sullivan Gardens has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 56.3°F |
| 4% above US avg |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 48.8 inches |
| 29% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 6.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,306 ft (398 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 534/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.4877°N, 82.5911°W |
| County FIPS | 47179 |