Median Income
$33,405
56% lower than US avg
Home Value
$135,900
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.1%
83% lower than US avg
How Tangier Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population240
Median Age63.8 yrs
Density444/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.0%
Economy
B
Median Income$33,405
Per Capita$30,993
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$2,039M
Commute17 min
Housing
A
Home Value$135,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation1 ft (0 m)
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+72.5%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute17 min
Broadband46.9%
Libraries2
Is Tangier a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Tangier receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Tangier offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Tangier is $33,405, 56% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate 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 Tangier is $135,900, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Tangier enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Tangier has a population of 240 with a density of 444 people per square mile. The median age is 63.8 years, 64% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
63.8yrs
Median Age
64% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Tangier is $33,405, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $33,405 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,993 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,012 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,546 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.2% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.1% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,264 |
| County GDP | $2,039M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 100 |
| Healthcare | 56 |
| Retail | 146 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,826 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.08% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 16.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 39.3% |
| Public Transit | 10.3% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Tangier is $135,900, 52% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $135,900 |
| 52% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,826 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.08% |
In Tangier, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Tangier vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.2% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.1% |
| Depression | 26.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 79.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 12,239/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 41.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
Tangier has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 58.8°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.2 inches |
| 24% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 6.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1 ft (0 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 444/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.8234°N, 75.9928°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County FIPS | 51001 |