Median Income
$106,034
41% higher than US avg
Home Value
$315,800
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
60.6%
80% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,367
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.6%
79% lower than US avg
How Tiffin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population5,271
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density1,220/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Economy
A+
Median Income$106,034
Per Capita$62,159
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$12,640M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$315,800
Rent$1,367
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$324,790
Health
Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease4.4%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Elevation683 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+60.6%
High School+98.6%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 30% / D 68%
Commute20 min
Libraries8
Is Tiffin a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Tiffin receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Tiffin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Tiffin is $106,034, which is significantly higher than the national average — 41% above $75,149. This places Tiffin among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Tiffin is $315,800, 12% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,367 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
Tiffin is a highly educated community — 60.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Tiffin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Tiffin has a population of 5,271 with a density of 1,220 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.6%), with 4.7% Black.
Population
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.0% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Spanish | 9.0% |
| 33% below US avg |
The median household income in Tiffin is $106,034, which is 41% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $106,034 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $62,159 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,238 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,456 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.6% |
| 79% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 5,140 |
| County GDP | $12,640M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 448 |
| Healthcare | 493 |
| Retail | 492 |
| Manufacturing | 80 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,982 |
| 99% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.21% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.1 min |
| Work from Home | 17.1% |
The median home value in Tiffin is $315,800, 12% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,367 (18% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $324,790.
Home Values
| Census Median | $315,800 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $324,790 |
| Median List Price | $355,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $355,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $159 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.7% |
| Price Drops | 13.4% |
| Inventory | 67 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,367 |
| 18% above US avg |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,023 |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,982 |
| 99% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.21% |
In Tiffin, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 15.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Tiffin vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.2% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.0% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.8% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 4.3% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.8% |
| Depression | 20.3% |
| Mental Distress | 14.8% |
| Physical Distress | 9.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 4,821/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 493 |
Crime Rates: Tiffin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Tiffin has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.7 inches |
| 6% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 683 ft (208 m) |
| Area | 4.3 sq mi (11.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,220/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.7050°N, 91.6544°W |
| County FIPS | 19103 |