Median Income
$33,036
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$944
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment
23.6%
556% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.9%
77% lower than US avg
How Allen Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population157
Median Age22.8 yrs
Density872/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans8.9%
Economy
C+
Median Income$33,036
Per Capita$17,980
Unemployment23.6%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$1,403M
Commute21 min
Housing
B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$944
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$118,692
Rent Burden29.0%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation641 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.78
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute21 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries3
Is Allen a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Allen receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Allen has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Allen is $33,036, 56% below the national average of $75,149. At 23.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $944 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Allen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Allen has a population of 157 with a density of 872 people per square mile. The median age is 22.8 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).
Population
22.8yrs
Median Age
41% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
The median household income in Allen is $33,036, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 23.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $33,036 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $17,980 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $912 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,428 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 23.6% |
| 556% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.9% |
| 77% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,160 |
| County GDP | $1,403M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 43 |
| Healthcare | 139 |
| Retail | 145 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,235 |
| 21% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 15.6% |
Monthly rent averages $944 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $118,692.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $944 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 29.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $759 |
| 1 Bedroom | $759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $996 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,224 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,520 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,235 |
| 21% above US avg |
Health Metrics: Allen vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.7% |
| |
| Premature Death | 19,361/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 26.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 139 |
Crime Rates: Allen vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
Safety Score
Allen has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
33°F Jan (1°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 54.8°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 641 ft (195 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 872/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.6116°N, 82.7291°W |
| County FIPS | 21071 |