Median Income
$77,034
3% higher than US avg
Home Value
$148,100
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$837
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.7%
54% lower than US avg
How Tuscola Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population4,675
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density1,585/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
A+
Median Income$77,034
Per Capita$40,062
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$1,440M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$148,100
Rent$837
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$170,415
Health
Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Elevation649 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+97.9%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute19 min
Libraries4
Is Tuscola a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Tuscola receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Tuscola stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Tuscola is $77,034, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Tuscola is $148,100, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $837 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Tuscola experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Tuscola has a population of 4,675 with a density of 1,585 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 3.4% Black.
Population
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.8% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.2% |
| 69% below US avg |
The median household income in Tuscola is $77,034, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $77,034 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $40,062 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,044 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $76,563 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.7% |
| 54% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 603 |
| County GDP | $1,440M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 55 |
| Healthcare | 45 |
| Retail | 84 |
| Manufacturing | 84 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,396 |
| 26% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.97% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.6 min |
| Work from Home | 3.5% |
The median home value in Tuscola is $148,100, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $837 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $170,415.
Home Values
| Census Median | $148,100 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $170,415 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $837 |
| 28% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,396 |
| 26% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.97% |
In Tuscola, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Tuscola vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.1% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.4% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.8% |
| Depression | 24.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.8% |
| Premature Death | 6,968/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 45 |
Crime Rates: Tuscola vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Tuscola has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 52.4°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.6 inches |
| 7% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 16.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 649 ft (198 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,585/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7959°N, 88.2755°W |
| County FIPS | 17041 |