Median Income
$57,232
24% lower than US avg
Home Value
$99,700
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$564
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.4%
32% lower than US avg
How Afton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population991
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density981/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Economy
A
Median Income$57,232
Per Capita$29,295
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$965M
Commute18 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$99,700
Rent$564
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$119,194
Health
Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation1,230 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute18 min
Libraries1
Is Afton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Afton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Afton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Afton is $57,232, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average 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 Afton is $99,700, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $564 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Afton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Afton has a population of 991 with a density of 981 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.3%), with 2.5% Black.
Population
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.3% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.7% |
| 57% below US avg |
The median household income in Afton is $57,232, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,232 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,295 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $962 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,108 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.4% |
| 32% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 459 |
| County GDP | $965M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Healthcare | 34 |
| Retail | 46 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,256 |
| 22% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.27% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.1% |
The median home value in Afton is $99,700, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $564 (52% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $119,194.
Home Values
| Census Median | $99,700 |
| 65% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $119,194 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $564 |
| 52% below 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) | $4,256 |
| 22% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.27% |
In Afton, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Afton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.9% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.4% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,896/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 34 |
Crime Rates: Afton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Afton has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.8°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.9 inches |
| 0% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,230 ft (375 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 981/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0276°N, 94.1953°W |
| County FIPS | 19175 |