Median Income
$73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value
$105,400
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$810
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.5%
64% lower than US avg
How Albion Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population617
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density1,028/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 58%
Economy
A+
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$35,793
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$2,317M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$105,400
Rent$810
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$188,928
Health
Obesity41.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Elevation957 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute24 min
Libraries7
Is Albion a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Albion 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 high obesity rates. Albion offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Albion is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Albion is $105,400, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $810 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Albion experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Albion has a population of 617 with a density of 1,028 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.7%), with 4.2% Hispanic.
Population
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 66.2% |
| 16% below US avg |
| Spanish | 33.8% |
| 152% above US avg |
The median household income in Albion is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $73,750 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,793 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,070 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,742 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.5% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,026 |
| County GDP | $2,317M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 83 |
| Healthcare | 101 |
| Retail | 116 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,348 |
| 24% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.13% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |
The median home value in Albion is $105,400, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $810 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,928.
Home Values
| Census Median | $105,400 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $188,928 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $63 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 87.4% |
| Price Drops | 100.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $810 |
| 30% 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) | $4,348 |
| 24% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.13% |
In Albion, 41.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Albion vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.5% |
| 29% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.5% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.5% |
| Depression | 20.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.7% |
| Physical Distress | 11.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 60.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,261/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 101 |
Crime Rates: Albion vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Albion has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-7°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 47.7°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 32.8 inches |
| 14% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 957 ft (292 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,028/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.1125°N, 92.9886°W |
| County FIPS | 19127 |