Median Income
$70,446
6% lower than US avg
Home Value
$221,300
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.8%
94% lower than US avg
How Telford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population875
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density354/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans12.7%
Economy
A
Median Income$70,446
Per Capita$32,576
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$9,174M
Commute14 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$221,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$300,407
Health
Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp57°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Elevation1,712 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+85.5%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute14 min
Broadband74.4%
Libraries3
Is Telford a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Telford receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Telford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Telford is $70,446, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Telford is $221,300, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
13.5% 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 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Telford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches, including 7.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Telford has a population of 875 with a density of 354 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%), with 1.1% Black.
Population
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% 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 Telford is $70,446, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $70,446 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,576 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,072 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,176 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,896 |
| County GDP | $9,174M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 345 |
| Healthcare | 416 |
| Retail | 534 |
| Manufacturing | 101 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,203 |
| 20% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.90% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 14.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 64.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 12.9% |
The median home value in Telford is $221,300, 21% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $300,407.
Home Values
| Census Median | $221,300 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $300,407 |
| Median List Price | $270,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $270,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $175 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 91.8% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 3 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,203 |
| 20% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.90% |
In Telford, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.9% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Telford vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.0% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.6% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.3% |
| Depression | 31.9% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 74.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.9% |
| Premature Death | 10,757/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 416 |
Crime Rates: Telford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
Safety Score
Telford has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 56.8°F |
| 5% above US avg |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.4 inches |
| 22% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 7.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,712 ft (522 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 354/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.2534°N, 82.5478°W |
| County FIPS | 47179 |