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Altamont, KS
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Altamont, KS
At a Glance
How Altamont Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Altamont's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Altamont a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Altamont residents earn a median household income of $61,071 , which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,270. The unemployment rate stands at 0.5% (86% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 498 business establishments, including 43 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Altamont is $80,000 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $133,632. Median rent is $940/month, with 23.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1969.
Safety & Crime
Altamont reports 227 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 40% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 510/100K.
Education
29.2% of adults in Altamont hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below the national average). 93.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Altamont has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.