Median Income
$66,731
11% lower than US avg
Home Value
$116,900
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$633
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.5%
48% lower than US avg
How Tilden Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population977
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density1,253/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
A
Median Income$66,731
Per Capita$34,458
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$738M
Commute16 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$116,900
Rent$633
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$205,729
Health
Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.6 in/yr
Elevation1,683 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute16 min
Libraries3
Is Tilden a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Tilden 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. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Tilden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Tilden is $66,731, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 6.5% 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 Tilden is $116,900, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Tilden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.6 inches, including 31.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Tilden has a population of 977 with a density of 1,253 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 3.8% Black.
Population
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.7% |
| 95% below US avg |
The median household income in Tilden is $66,731, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,731 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,458 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $919 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $80,902 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.5% |
| 48% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 244 |
| County GDP | $738M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 14 |
| Healthcare | 20 |
| Retail | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,155 |
| 19% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.55% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 15.7 min |
| Work from Home | 1.9% |
The median home value in Tilden is $116,900, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,729.
Home Values
| Census Median | $116,900 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $205,729 |
| Median List Price | $182,450 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $182,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $79 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 102.2% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $633 |
| 46% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,155 |
| 19% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.55% |
In Tilden, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Tilden vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.5% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.5% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.5% |
| Depression | 17.9% |
| Mental Distress | 15.2% |
| Physical Distress | 11.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.6% |
| Premature Death | 7,469/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 20 |
Crime Rates: Tilden vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Tilden has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 47.6°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 27.6 inches |
| 27% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 31.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,683 ft (513 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,253/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.0435°N, 97.8318°W |
| County FIPS | 31139 |