Median Income
$133,201
77% higher than US avg
Home Value
$233,500
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
58.4%
73% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Allen Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population125
Median Age69.3 yrs
Density291/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans32.8%
Economy
A+
Median Income$133,201
Per Capita$59,254
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$7,088M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$233,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation19 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+58.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.85
Community
2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute22 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries4
Is Allen a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Allen receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Allen stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Allen is $133,201, which is significantly higher than the national average — 77% above $75,149. This places Allen among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Allen is $233,500, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
Allen is a highly educated community — 58.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Allen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Allen has a population of 125 with a density of 291 people per square mile. The median age is 69.3 years, 78% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%), with 1.6% Hispanic.
Population
69.3yrs
Median Age
78% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Allen is $133,201, which is 77% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $133,201 |
| 77% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $59,254 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,088 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,318 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,657 |
| County GDP | $7,088M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 209 |
| Healthcare | 362 |
| Retail | 333 |
| Manufacturing | 67 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,389 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.45% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Allen is $233,500, 17% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $233,500 |
| 17% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,389 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.45% |
In Allen, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Allen vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.1% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.4% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.8% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 16.7% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.2% |
| Premature Death | 9,977/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 362 |
Crime Rates: Allen vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Allen has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
38°F Jan (4°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 58.7°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 48.0 inches |
| 26% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 19 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 291/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.2884°N, 75.6931°W |
| County FIPS | 24045 |