Median Income
$69,500
8% lower than US avg
Home Value
$156,300
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.8%
85% lower than US avg
How Abercrombie Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population231
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density700/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A
Median Income$69,500
Per Capita$35,479
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$386M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$156,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease4.5%
Climate
Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation936 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute26 min
Libraries1
Is Abercrombie a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Abercrombie receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Abercrombie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Abercrombie is $69,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Abercrombie is $156,300, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Abercrombie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Abercrombie has a population of 231 with a density of 700 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 4.8% Hispanic.
Population
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Abercrombie vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.7% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.3% |
| 83% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Abercrombie vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Abercrombie is $69,500, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income: Abercrombie vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $69,500 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,479 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,077 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,164 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.8% |
| 85% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 208 |
| County GDP | $386M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Healthcare | 20 |
| Retail | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,733 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.39% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.7 min |
| Work from Home | 14.4% |
The median home value in Abercrombie is $156,300, 45% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $156,300 |
| 45% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,733 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.39% |
In Abercrombie, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 17.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Abercrombie vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.6% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.7% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 4.2% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.5% |
| Depression | 21.7% |
| Mental Distress | 13.5% |
| Physical Distress | 9.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,030/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 20 |
Crime Rates: Abercrombie vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Abercrombie has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
9°F Jan (-13°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 42.1°F |
| 22% below US avg |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 936 ft (285 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 700/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.4470°N, 96.7296°W |
| County FIPS | 27167 |