Median Income
$57,647
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$124,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
26.3%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,200
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.5%
80% lower than US avg
How Alma Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population965
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density1,636/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans10.7%
Economy
A
Median Income$57,647
Per Capita$27,658
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$1,591M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$124,000
Rent$1,200
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$173,467
Rent Burden38.1%
Health
Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Elevation1,098 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+26.3%
High School+97.2%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute24 min
Broadband80.4%
Libraries5
Is Alma a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Alma receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Alma stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Alma is $57,647, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Alma is $124,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,200 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Alma experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Alma has a population of 965 with a density of 1,636 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.6%), with 5.7% Hispanic.
Population
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.6% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
The median household income in Alma is $57,647, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,647 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,658 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $989 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,037 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.5% |
| 80% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 747 |
| County GDP | $1,591M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 50 |
| Healthcare | 64 |
| Retail | 86 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,316 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.48% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 81.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |
The median home value in Alma is $124,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,200 (3% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,467.
Home Values
| Census Median | $124,000 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $173,467 |
| Median List Price | $325,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $325,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $151 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 3 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,200 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Rent Burden | 38.1% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,316 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.48% |
In Alma, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Alma vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.3% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.5% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.0% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,314/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 64 |
Crime Rates: Alma vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Alma has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 54.5°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 34.7 inches |
| 9% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 16.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,098 ft (335 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,636/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.0157°N, 96.2871°W |
| County FIPS | 20149 |