Median Income
$55,000
27% lower than US avg
Home Value
$207,100
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.1%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$756
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.4%
56% lower than US avg
How Albany Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population969
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density723/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.8%
Economy
A
Median Income$55,000
Per Capita$28,179
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$4,247M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$207,100
Rent$756
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$223,411
Rent Burden29.2%
Health
Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain67.2 in/yr
Elevation42 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.1%
High School+89.8%
School Score4.48
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute31 min
Broadband85.4%
Libraries6
Is Albany a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Albany 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. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Albany offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Albany is $55,000, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Albany is $207,100, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $756 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Albany enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 67.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Albany has a population of 969 with a density of 723 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.7%).
Population
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.6% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
The median household income in Albany is $55,000, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,000 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,179 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $888 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,033 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.4% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,117 |
| County GDP | $4,247M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 210 |
| Healthcare | 174 |
| Retail | 340 |
| Manufacturing | 53 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,154 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.04% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.7% |
The median home value in Albany is $207,100, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $756 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $223,411.
Home Values
| Census Median | $207,100 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $223,411 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $756 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 29.2% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,154 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.04% |
In Albany, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.3% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Albany vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.9% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.8% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.5% |
| Depression | 30.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.2% |
| Premature Death | 11,382/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 174 |
Crime Rates: Albany vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
Safety Score
Albany has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 67.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
53°F Jan (11°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 69.1°F |
| 28% above US avg |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 67.2 inches |
| 77% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 42 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 723/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.4992°N, 90.5838°W |
| County FIPS | 22063 |