Median Income
$83,531
11% higher than US avg
Home Value
$187,200
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.3%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.8%
3% higher than US avg
How Sussex Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population110
Median Age63.3 yrs
Density23/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans18.2%
Economy
A
Median Income$83,531
Per Capita$32,445
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$439M
Commute15 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$187,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity45.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp58°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation109 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+59.8%
School Score4.98
Community
2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute15 min
Broadband57.0%
Libraries2
Is Sussex a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sussex receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Sussex offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sussex is $83,531, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sussex is $187,200, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 59.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.
Climate & Weather
Sussex enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Sussex has a population of 110 with a density of 23 people per square mile. The median age is 63.3 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.4%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 10% Black.
Population
63.3yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
The median household income in Sussex is $83,531, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $83,531 |
| 11% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,445 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,027 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,015 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.8% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 298 |
| County GDP | $439M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,738 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.93% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 14.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Sussex is $187,200, 34% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $187,200 |
| 34% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,442 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,507 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,655 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,072 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,553 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,738 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.93% |
In Sussex, 45.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sussex vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.3% |
| 41% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.5% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.2% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.1% |
| Premature Death | 11,727/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 27.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
Crime Rates: Sussex vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Sussex has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 58.4°F |
| 8% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.6 inches |
| 25% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 4.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 109 ft (33 m) |
| Area | 4.7 sq mi (12.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.9174°N, 77.2719°W |
| County FIPS | 51183 |