Home Value
$101,400
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$435
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.2%
66% lower than US avg
How Tipton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population211
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density844/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$49,804
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$615M
Commute14 min
Housing
Home Value$101,400
Rent$435
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$176,902
Rent Burden12.2%
Health
Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain29.1 in/yr
Elevation1,596 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute14 min
Libraries3
Is Tipton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Tipton receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Tipton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.2% 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 Tipton is $101,400, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $435 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Tipton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.1 inches, including 15.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Tipton has a population of 211 with a density of 844 people per square mile. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).
Population
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% 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 Tipton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $49,804 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $907 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,733 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.2% |
| 66% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 275 |
| County GDP | $615M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 24 |
| Retail | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,421 |
| 26% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.36% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 13.6 min |
| Work from Home | 5.4% |
The median home value in Tipton is $101,400, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $435 (63% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $176,902.
Home Values
| Census Median | $101,400 |
| 64% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $176,902 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $435 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 12.2% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,421 |
| 26% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.36% |
In Tipton, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Tipton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.0% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.7% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 11.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.4% |
| Premature Death | 5,731/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 24 |
Crime Rates: Tipton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Tipton has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 54.3°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 29.1 inches |
| 23% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 15.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,596 ft (486 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 844/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.3395°N, 98.4709°W |
| County FIPS | 20123 |