Median Income
$83,000
10% higher than US avg
Home Value
$56,700
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.1%
27% lower than US avg
How Zurich Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population70
Median Age52.6 yrs
Density389/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans51.0%
Economy
A+
Median Income$83,000
Per Capita$29,626
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$230M
Commute16 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$56,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain26.1 in/yr
Elevation2,214 ft (675 m)
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+84.3%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute16 min
Broadband32.0%
Libraries3
Is Zurich a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Zurich receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Zurich stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Zurich is $83,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Zurich is $56,700, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Zurich experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.1 inches, including 19.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Zurich has a population of 70 with a density of 389 people per square mile. The median age is 52.6 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%), with 2.9% Hispanic.
Population
52.6yrs
Median Age
35% 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 Zurich is $83,000, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $83,000 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,626 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $858 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,119 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.1% |
| 27% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 202 |
| County GDP | $230M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 14 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,700 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.53% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 15.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 12.0% |
The median home value in Zurich is $56,700, 80% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $56,700 |
| 80% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
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) | $3,700 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.53% |
In Zurich, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Zurich vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.5% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.1% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.2% |
| Depression | 23.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.7% |
| Physical Distress | 12.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Premature Death | 11,137/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
Zurich has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 53.3°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 26.1 inches |
| 31% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 19.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,214 ft (675 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 389/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.2323°N, 99.4347°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 20163 |