Median Income
$64,375
14% lower than US avg
Home Value
$223,000
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.3%
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.6%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.8%
85% lower than US avg
How Tropic Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population537
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density68/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
A
Median Income$64,375
Per Capita$32,840
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$586M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$223,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity29.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain16.7 in/yr
Elevation6,388 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.3%
High School+97.1%
School Score5.82
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute23 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1
Is Tropic a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Tropic 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. Tropic stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Tropic is $64,375, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Tropic is $223,000, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Tropic has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.7 inches, including 86.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Tropic has a population of 537 with a density of 68 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
The median household income in Tropic is $64,375, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $64,375 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,840 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $844 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,995 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.8% |
| 85% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 438 |
| County GDP | $586M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 65 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 45 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,894 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.30% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.1% |
The median home value in Tropic is $223,000, 21% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $223,000 |
| 21% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $981 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,082 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,313 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,746 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,105 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,894 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.30% |
In Tropic, 29.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 18.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Tropic vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.6% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.7% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.4% |
| Depression | 27.6% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,263/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
Crime Rates: Tropic vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Tropic has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 44.4°F |
| 18% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 16.7 inches |
| 56% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 86.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,388 ft (1,947 m) |
| Area | 7.9 sq mi (20.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 68/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.6331°N, 112.0880°W |
| County FIPS | 49025 |