Median Income
$47,083
37% lower than US avg
Home Value
$225,000
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$805
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.6%
15% lower than US avg
How Tekoa Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population714
Median Age57.4 yrs
Density580/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans10.5%
Economy
B+
Median Income$47,083
Per Capita$28,695
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$40,044M
Commute27 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$225,000
Rent$805
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$228,846
Rent Burden24.2%
Health
Obesity33.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Elevation2,520 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 51% / D 46%
Commute27 min
Broadband82.4%
Libraries19
Is Tekoa a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Tekoa receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Tekoa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Tekoa is $47,083, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Tekoa is $225,000, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $805 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Tekoa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Tekoa has a population of 714 with a density of 580 people per square mile. The median age is 57.4 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.1%), with 3.2% Hispanic.
Population
57.4yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.6% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.4% |
| 75% below US avg |
The median household income in Tekoa is $47,083, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,083 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,695 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,259 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,041 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.6% |
| 15% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 15,669 |
| County GDP | $40,044M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,237 |
| Healthcare | 1,797 |
| Retail | 1,585 |
| Manufacturing | 523 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,236 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.77% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |
The median home value in Tekoa is $225,000, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $805 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $228,846.
Home Values
| Census Median | $225,000 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $228,846 |
| Median List Price | $269,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $269,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $146 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.5% |
| Price Drops | 10.0% |
| Inventory | 10 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $805 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 24.2% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,236 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.77% |
In Tekoa, 33.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.5% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Tekoa vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.1% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.5% |
| Asthma | 12.9% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.3% |
| Depression | 29.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,070/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,797 |
Crime Rates: Tekoa vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 40 |
| FEMA Disasters | 819 |
Safety Score
Tekoa has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 48.1°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 18.4 inches |
| 52% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 26.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,520 ft (768 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 580/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.2247°N, 117.0731°W |
| County FIPS | 53063 |