Median Income
$74,426
1% lower than US avg
Home Value
$206,700
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
29.0%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$804
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.1%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.7%
78% lower than US avg
How Alden Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,595
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density954/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A
Median Income$74,426
Per Capita$39,652
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$81,132M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$206,700
Rent$804
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity31.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease4.8%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation863 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+29.0%
High School+95.6%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 45% / D 55%
Commute28 min
Libraries39
Is Alden a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Alden receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Alden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Alden is $74,426, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Alden is $206,700, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $804 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
29.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Alden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Alden has a population of 2,595 with a density of 954 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%).
Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.3% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.7% |
| 87% below US avg |
The median household income in Alden is $74,426, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $74,426 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,652 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,288 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,365 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.7% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 25,097 |
| County GDP | $81,132M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 2,341 |
| Healthcare | 2,652 |
| Retail | 3,140 |
| Manufacturing | 914 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,093 |
| 131% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.92% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |
The median home value in Alden is $206,700, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $804 (31% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $206,700 |
| 27% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $119 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 117.2% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 3 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $804 |
| 31% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,093 |
| 131% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.92% |
In Alden, 31.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Alden vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.1% |
| 3% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.6% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.2% |
| Depression | 22.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.4% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.1% |
| Premature Death | 8,238/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,652 |
Crime Rates: Alden vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 52 |
Safety Score
Alden has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 45.5°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.8 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 863 ft (263 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 954/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8989°N, 78.4946°W |
| County FIPS | 36029 |