Altha, FL

Florida

Altha is a small town in Florida with a population of 567. Residents earn $32,898 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
567 Population 423/sq mi density
$32,898 Median Income $19,209 per capita
$85,300 Home Value $199,142 Zillow
$956 Median Rent 37.2% income on rent
68°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$32,898 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,300 home value, $956/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,898
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,300
70% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $956
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.9%
214% higher than US avg

How Altha Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population567
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density423/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$32,898
Per Capita$19,209
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty38.9%
County GDP$506M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,300
Rent$956
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$199,142
Rent Burden37.2%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,115/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary929/100K

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.1 in/yr
Elevation210 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+80.4%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute21 min
Broadband74.6%
Libraries6

Is Altha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Altha receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Altha offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Altha is $32,898, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 38.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Altha is $85,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $956 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Altha is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,115 per 100,000, 43% below the national average.

Education

17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Altha enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Altha has a population of 567 with a density of 423 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 4.1% Hispanic.

Population

567
Total Population
423
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Altha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Altha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Altha is $32,898, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 38.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Altha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,898
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,209
Avg Weekly Wage$802
IRS Avg AGI$53,693

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate38.9%
214% above US avg
Establishments (County)261
County GDP$506M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare27
Retail37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,713
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Drive Alone59.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Altha is $85,300, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $956 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,142.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,300
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$199,142

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$956
18% below US avg
Rent Burden37.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,713
6% above US avg
Effective Rate4.35%
In Altha, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Altha vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death10,924/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.6/10
Exercise Access36.0%
Healthcare Facilities27
Altha has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,115 per 100,000 (43% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Altha vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,115.2/100K
43% below US avg
Burglary929.4/100K
Theft185.9/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Altha has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average68.3°F
26% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.1 inches
35% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density423/sq mi
Coordinates30.5734°N, 85.1261°W
County FIPS12013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.6-point margin. 74.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.5%
D 15.9%

Winner: Republican by 67.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.4%
48% below US avg
High School+80.4%
School Test Score5.60
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density423/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.6%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants13
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Drive Alone59.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.4%

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