Median Income
$46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value
$151,600
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment
8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
19.0%
53% higher than US avg
How Wickliffe Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population686
Median Age51.4 yrs
Density74/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 54%
Economy
C
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$31,410
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty19.0%
County GDP$2,700M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$151,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity43.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease7.5%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Elevation890 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+91.3%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute27 min
Libraries5
Is Wickliffe a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wickliffe receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Wickliffe has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wickliffe is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wickliffe is $151,600, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Wickliffe enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches, including 5.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Wickliffe has a population of 686 with a density of 74 people per square mile. The median age is 51.4 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54.4%), with 45.6% Hispanic.
Population
51.4yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Wickliffe vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 87.1% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Spanish | 12.9% |
| 4% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Wickliffe vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Wickliffe is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income: Wickliffe vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,250 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,410 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,100 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,137 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 8.0% |
| 122% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 19.0% |
| 53% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,025 |
| County GDP | $2,700M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 90 |
| Healthcare | 65 |
| Retail | 138 |
| Manufacturing | 60 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,610 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.72% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Wickliffe is $151,600, 46% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $151,600 |
| 46% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,610 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.72% |
In Wickliffe, 43.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 34.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wickliffe vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.3% |
| 35% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.6% |
| Heart Disease | 7.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.0% |
| Asthma | 13.1% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.9% |
| Depression | 25.7% |
| Mental Distress | 21.2% |
| Physical Distress | 16.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 75.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.1% |
| Premature Death | 12,606/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 41.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 65 |
Crime Rates: Wickliffe vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Wickliffe has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.6 inches |
| 23% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 5.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 890 ft (271 m) |
| Area | 9.3 sq mi (24.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 74/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.3121°N, 95.1074°W |
| County FIPS | 40097 |