Median Income
$57,000
24% lower than US avg
Home Value
$89,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$790
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.4%
8% higher than US avg
How Summitville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,233
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density2,163/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
B+
Median Income$57,000
Per Capita$24,732
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty13.4%
County GDP$3,220M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$89,000
Rent$790
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$184,983
Health
Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Elevation879 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+85.5%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute24 min
Libraries8
Is Summitville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Summitville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Summitville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Summitville is $57,000, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 13.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Summitville is $89,000, 68% 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 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Summitville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Summitville has a population of 1,233 with a density of 2,163 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%), with 1.4% Hispanic.
Population
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Summitville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Summitville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Summitville is $57,000, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income: Summitville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,000 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,732 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $979 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,014 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.4% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,280 |
| County GDP | $3,220M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 132 |
| Healthcare | 170 |
| Retail | 215 |
| Manufacturing | 58 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,512 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.82% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.0 min |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |
The median home value in Summitville is $89,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $790 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,983.
Home Values
| Census Median | $89,000 |
| 68% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $184,983 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $790 |
| 32% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,512 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.82% |
In Summitville, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.7% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Summitville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.8% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.3% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.0% |
| Depression | 29.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.7% |
| Premature Death | 14,895/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 170 |
Crime Rates: Summitville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Summitville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.9°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.5 inches |
| 12% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 879 ft (268 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,163/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3360°N, 85.6435°W |
| County FIPS | 18053 |