Median Income
$32,476
57% lower than US avg
Home Value
$359,800
28% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$764
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
20.5%
65% higher than US avg
How Alfred Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population696
Median Age52.6 yrs
Density177/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
C
Median Income$32,476
Per Capita$35,142
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty20.5%
County GDP$13,650M
Commute25 min
Housing
F
Home Value$359,800
Rent$764
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$443,927
Health
Obesity34.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain51.3 in/yr
Elevation338 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+97.8%
School Score5.64
Community
2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute25 min
Libraries30
Is Alfred a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Alfred receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Alfred faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Alfred is $32,476, 57% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Alfred is $359,800, 28% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $764 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Education
16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Alfred experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
Alfred has a population of 696 with a density of 177 people per square mile. The median age is 52.6 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
52.6yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
The median household income in Alfred is $32,476, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $32,476 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,142 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,189 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $80,535 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 8.3% |
| 131% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 20.5% |
| 65% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 8,870 |
| County GDP | $13,650M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 801 |
| Healthcare | 597 |
| Retail | 823 |
| Manufacturing | 256 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,071 |
| 73% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.69% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.0 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Alfred is $359,800, 28% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $764 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $443,927.
Home Values
| Census Median | $359,800 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $443,927 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $764 |
| 34% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,108 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,186 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,951 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,190 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,071 |
| 73% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.69% |
In Alfred, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Alfred vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.2% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.1% |
| Asthma | 13.6% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.7% |
| Depression | 28.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 84.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,331/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 597 |
Crime Rates: Alfred vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Alfred has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 45.5°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 51.3 inches |
| 35% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 338 ft (103 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 177/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.4786°N, 70.7271°W |
| County FIPS | 23031 |