Median Income
$71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value
$247,000
12% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,161
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.0%
44% lower than US avg
How Alberton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population567
Median Age30.2 yrs
Density1,031/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Economy
A
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$31,182
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$1,355M
Commute34 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$247,000
Rent$1,161
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$494,974
Health
Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain18.7 in/yr
Elevation3,038 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+92.0%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute34 min
Libraries3
Is Alberton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Alberton 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, high health insurance coverage. Alberton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Alberton is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Alberton is $247,000, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,161 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Alberton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.7 inches, including 49.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Alberton has a population of 567 with a density of 1,031 people per square mile. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.3%), with 4.2% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.
Population
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.9% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
The median household income in Alberton is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $71,250 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,182 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $967 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,531 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,300 |
| County GDP | $1,355M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 92 |
| Healthcare | 98 |
| Retail | 109 |
| Manufacturing | 43 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,744 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.92% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.9 min |
| Work from Home | 10.1% |
The median home value in Alberton is $247,000, 12% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,161 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $494,974.
Home Values
| Census Median | $247,000 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $494,974 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,161 |
| 0% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,744 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.92% |
In Alberton, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Alberton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.0% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.8% |
| Depression | 26.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.5% |
| Premature Death | 11,703/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 98 |
Crime Rates: Alberton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Alberton has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 45.4°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 18.7 inches |
| 51% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 49.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,038 ft (926 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,031/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.0044°N, 114.4853°W |
| County FIPS | 30047 |