Median Income
$55,700
26% lower than US avg
Home Value
$129,200
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
27.3%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$834
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.9%
36% lower than US avg
How Tiffin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population17,814
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density2,464/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
B+
Median Income$55,700
Per Capita$31,659
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$2,753M
Commute16 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$129,200
Rent$834
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$181,088
Health
Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Elevation723 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+27.3%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute16 min
EV Stations6
Libraries6
Is Tiffin a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Tiffin receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $55,700, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Tiffin is $129,200, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $834 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Tiffin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 29.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Tiffin has a population of 17,814 with a density of 2,464 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 4% Black.
Population
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.3% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.7% |
| 72% below US avg |
The median household income in Tiffin is $55,700, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,700 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,659 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $946 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,900 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.9% |
| 36% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,256 |
| County GDP | $2,753M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 111 |
| Healthcare | 126 |
| Retail | 147 |
| Manufacturing | 70 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,658 |
| 5% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.83% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 16.1 min |
| Work from Home | 6.9% |
The median home value in Tiffin is $129,200, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $834 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $181,088.
Home Values
| Census Median | $129,200 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $181,088 |
| Median List Price | $139,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $139,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $107 |
| Homes Sold | 11 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.9% |
| Price Drops | 7.4% |
| Inventory | 27 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $834 |
| 28% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,658 |
| 5% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.83% |
In Tiffin, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Tiffin vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.0% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.7% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.2% |
| Depression | 26.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 9,987/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 126 |
Crime Rates: Tiffin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Tiffin has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.8°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.7 inches |
| 2% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 29.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 723 ft (220 m) |
| Area | 7.2 sq mi (18.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,464/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.1149°N, 83.1805°W |
| County FIPS | 39147 |