Median Income
$61,071
19% lower than US avg
Home Value
$80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
29.2%
13% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$940
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.8%
85% lower than US avg
How Altamont Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population996
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density586/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Economy
A
Median Income$61,071
Per Capita$32,270
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$1,082M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$940
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$133,632
Health
Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Elevation900 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+29.2%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute19 min
Libraries6
Is Altamont a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Altamont receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Altamont stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Altamont is $61,071, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 1.8% 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 Altamont is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $940 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Altamont enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches, including 7.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Altamont has a population of 996 with a density of 586 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.4%), with 7.4% Hispanic.
Population
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Altamont is $61,071, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,071 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,270 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $918 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,716 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.8% |
| 85% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 498 |
| County GDP | $1,082M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 43 |
| Healthcare | 76 |
| Retail | 77 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,541 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.43% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.5% |
The median home value in Altamont is $80,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $940 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $133,632.
Home Values
| Census Median | $80,000 |
| 72% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $133,632 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $940 |
| 19% below US avg |
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) | $3,541 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.43% |
In Altamont, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Altamont vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.0% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.0% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.7% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.4% |
| Premature Death | 10,132/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 51.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 76 |
Crime Rates: Altamont vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Altamont has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.6 inches |
| 23% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 7.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 900 ft (274 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 586/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1854°N, 95.2918°W |
| County FIPS | 20099 |