Median Income
$79,525
6% higher than US avg
Home Value
$325,000
15% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
32.8%
3% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,124
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.3%
73% lower than US avg
How Terrace Heights Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population9,480
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density901/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Economy
A+
Median Income$79,525
Per Capita$42,238
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$13,348M
Commute20 min
Housing
A
Home Value$325,000
Rent$1,124
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain8.4 in/yr
Elevation1,124 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+32.8%
High School+88.3%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute20 min
Libraries17
Is Terrace Heights a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Terrace Heights receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Terrace Heights stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Terrace Heights is $79,525, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Terrace Heights is $325,000, 15% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,124 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
32.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Terrace Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Terrace Heights has a population of 9,480 with a density of 901 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.7%), with 3% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.
Population
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Terrace Heights vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 76.4% |
| 3% below US avg |
| Spanish | 23.6% |
| 76% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Terrace Heights vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Terrace Heights is $79,525, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income: Terrace Heights vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $79,525 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $42,238 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,002 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,706 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.3% |
| 73% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,385 |
| County GDP | $13,348M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 526 |
| Healthcare | 599 |
| Retail | 708 |
| Manufacturing | 248 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,109 |
| 46% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.57% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.5 min |
| Work from Home | 7.7% |
The median home value in Terrace Heights is $325,000, 15% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,124 (3% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $325,000 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $452,750 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $452,750 |
| $/Sq Ft | $205 |
| Homes Sold | 10 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.6% |
| Price Drops | 20.0% |
| Inventory | 15 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,124 |
| 3% below US avg |
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) | $5,109 |
| 46% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.57% |
In Terrace Heights, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Terrace Heights vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.0% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.8% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.4% |
| Depression | 23.9% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.6% |
| Premature Death | 10,201/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 599 |
Crime Rates: Terrace Heights vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 45 |
| FEMA Disasters | 455 |
Safety Score
Terrace Heights has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.2°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 8.4 inches |
| 78% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,124 ft (343 m) |
| Area | 10.5 sq mi (27.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 901/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.6001°N, 120.4360°W |
| County FIPS | 53077 |