Median Income
$39,792
47% lower than US avg
Home Value
$190,000
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.1%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
26.2%
111% higher than US avg
How Alpine Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population103
Median Age66.8 yrs
Density181/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans25.2%
Economy
C+
Median Income$39,792
Per Capita$27,865
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty26.2%
County GDP$2,526M
Commute32 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$190,000
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$415,013
Health
Obesity29.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain20.2 in/yr
Elevation7,964 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute32 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries2
Is Alpine a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Alpine receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Alpine has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Alpine is $39,792, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 26.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Alpine is $190,000, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Alpine experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.2 inches, including 44.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Alpine has a population of 103 with a density of 181 people per square mile. The median age is 66.8 years, 72% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
66.8yrs
Median Age
72% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 87.2% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Spanish | 12.8% |
| 4% below US avg |
The median household income in Alpine is $39,792, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $39,792 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,865 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,696 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,629 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 26.2% |
| 111% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 110 |
| County GDP | $2,526M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 8 |
| Retail | 20 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,125 |
| 68% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.59% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Alpine is $190,000, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $415,013.
Home Values
| Census Median | $190,000 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $415,013 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $900 |
| 23% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,125 |
| 68% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.59% |
In Alpine, 29.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.4% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Alpine vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.1% |
| 9% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.7% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.3% |
| Depression | 19.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.1% |
| Premature Death | 11,217/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
Crime Rates: Alpine vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Alpine has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 45.7°F |
| 15% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 20.2 inches |
| 47% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 44.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,964 ft (2,427 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 181/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8455°N, 109.1437°W |
| County FIPS | 04011 |