Median Income
$62,845
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$95,600
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$790
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.2%
26% lower than US avg
How Sullivan Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population4,253
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density1,535/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
A
Median Income$62,845
Per Capita$33,819
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$981M
Commute17 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$95,600
Rent$790
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$189,748
Health
Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Elevation675 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute17 min
Libraries4
Is Sullivan a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sullivan receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Sullivan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sullivan is $62,845, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sullivan is $95,600, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $790 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Sullivan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches, including 12.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Sullivan has a population of 4,253 with a density of 1,535 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 2.2% Black.
Population
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
The median household income in Sullivan is $62,845, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,845 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,819 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $992 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,919 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.2% |
| 26% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 342 |
| County GDP | $981M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 33 |
| Retail | 46 |
| Manufacturing | 45 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,233 |
| 50% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.47% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.1 min |
| Work from Home | 3.3% |
The median home value in Sullivan is $95,600, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $790 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $189,748.
Home Values
| Census Median | $95,600 |
| 66% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $189,748 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $790 |
| 32% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,233 |
| 50% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.47% |
In Sullivan, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sullivan vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.4% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.9% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.6% |
| Depression | 24.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,830/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 33 |
Crime Rates: Sullivan vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Sullivan has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 53.0°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.6 inches |
| 9% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 12.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 675 ft (206 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,535/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.5952°N, 88.6089°W |
| County FIPS | 17139 |