Median Income
$105,172
40% higher than US avg
Home Value
$393,200
39% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
89.2%
165% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,417
22% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.6%
63% lower than US avg
How University Heights Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,232
Median Age27.6 yrs
Density4,738/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Economy
A+
Median Income$105,172
Per Capita$77,415
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$12,640M
Commute18 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$393,200
Rent$1,417
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity33.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Elevation780 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+89.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 30% / D 68%
Commute18 min
Libraries8
Is University Heights a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, University Heights receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. University Heights stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in University Heights is $105,172, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places University Heights among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in University Heights is $393,200, 39% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,417 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
University Heights is a highly educated community — 89.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
University Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
University Heights has a population of 1,232 with a density of 4,738 people per square mile. The median age is 27.6 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.8%), with 1.2% Black.
Population
27.6yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
University Heights vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.8% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.2% |
| 76% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
University Heights vs U.S. Average
The median household income in University Heights is $105,172, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.
Income: University Heights vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $105,172 |
| 40% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $77,415 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,238 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,456 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.6% |
| 63% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 5,140 |
| County GDP | $12,640M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 448 |
| Healthcare | 493 |
| Retail | 492 |
| Manufacturing | 80 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,982 |
| 99% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.78% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.6 min |
| Work from Home | 17.7% |
The median home value in University Heights is $393,200, 39% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,417 (22% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $393,200 |
| 39% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,417 |
| 22% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,982 |
| 99% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.78% |
In University Heights, 33.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 18.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: University Heights vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.1% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.4% |
| Depression | 21.3% |
| Mental Distress | 15.4% |
| Physical Distress | 10.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.7% |
| Premature Death | 4,821/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 493 |
Crime Rates: University Heights vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
University Heights has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.7 inches |
| 6% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 780 ft (238 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,738/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.6550°N, 91.5589°W |
| County FIPS | 19103 |