Median Income
$68,967
8% lower than US avg
Home Value
$189,000
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Alamo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population822
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density129/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Economy
A
Median Income$68,967
Per Capita$37,770
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$254M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$189,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$228,455
Health
Obesity31.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain5.6 in/yr
Elevation3,465 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.96
Community
2024 VoteR 85% / D 13%
Commute22 min
EV Stations1
Libraries4
Is Alamo a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Alamo receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Alamo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Alamo is $68,967, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Alamo is $189,000, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.
Climate & Weather
Alamo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 5.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Alamo has a population of 822 with a density of 129 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.4%).
Population
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
The median household income in Alamo is $68,967, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $68,967 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $37,770 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $959 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,531 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 128 |
| County GDP | $254M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 5 |
| Retail | 22 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,611 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.38% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Alamo is $189,000, 33% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $228,455.
Home Values
| Census Median | $189,000 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $228,455 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,056 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,135 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,428 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,352 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,611 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.38% |
In Alamo, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Alamo vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.7% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.7% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.7% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.4% |
| Premature Death | 8,005/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 32.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5 |
Crime Rates: Alamo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Alamo has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 5.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
42°F Jan (5°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 5.6 inches |
| 85% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,465 ft (1,056 m) |
| Area | 6.4 sq mi (16.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 129/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.3770°N, 115.1678°W |
| County FIPS | 32017 |