Median Income
$44,167
41% lower than US avg
Home Value
$128,400
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.7%
54% lower than US avg
How Alliance Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population812
Median Age65.3 yrs
Density389/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Economy
B+
Median Income$44,167
Per Capita$24,488
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$378M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$128,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$175,353
Health
Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain58.8 in/yr
Elevation1 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+77.8%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute19 min
Libraries1
Is Alliance a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Alliance receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Alliance offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Alliance is $44,167, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Alliance is $128,400, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Alliance enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Alliance has a population of 812 with a density of 389 people per square mile. The median age is 65.3 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.5%), with 16.1% Black.
Population
65.3yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.4% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.6% |
| 66% below US avg |
The median household income in Alliance is $44,167, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,167 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,488 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $712 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,772 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.7% |
| 54% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 348 |
| County GDP | $378M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Healthcare | 22 |
| Retail | 44 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,604 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.81% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.3 min |
| Work from Home | 10.5% |
The median home value in Alliance is $128,400, 54% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,353.
Home Values
| Census Median | $128,400 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $175,353 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,604 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.81% |
In Alliance, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Alliance vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.6% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.0% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.9% |
| Depression | 28.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.7% |
| Physical Distress | 15.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 13,808/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 22 |
Crime Rates: Alliance vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Alliance has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 58.8 inches |
| 55% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1 ft (0 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 389/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1435°N, 76.8085°W |
| County FIPS | 37137 |