Median Income
$50,682
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$806
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.5%
23% lower than US avg
How Tappen Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population264
Median Age47.7 yrs
Density251/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
B+
Median Income$50,682
Per Capita$25,593
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$189M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$806
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Elevation1,770 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+85.8%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute28 min
Libraries1
Is Tappen a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Tappen receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Tappen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Tappen is $50,682, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $806 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Tappen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Tappen has a population of 264 with a density of 251 people per square mile. The median age is 47.7 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%), with 1.9% Black.
Population
47.7yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.5% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.5% |
| 66% below US avg |
The median household income in Tappen is $50,682, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,682 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,593 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $946 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,640 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.5% |
| 23% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 130 |
| County GDP | $189M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Healthcare | 6 |
| Retail | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.6 min |
| Work from Home | 13.3% |
Monthly rent averages $806 (31% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $806 |
| 31% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Tappen, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Tappen vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.7% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.8% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.1% |
| Depression | 21.7% |
| Mental Distress | 15.4% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.1% |
| Premature Death | 8,404/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 17.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6 |
Crime Rates: Tappen vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Tappen has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
11°F Jan (-12°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 41.6°F |
| 23% below US avg |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 21.4 inches |
| 44% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,770 ft (539 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 251/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.8716°N, 99.6271°W |
| County FIPS | 38043 |