Home Value
$340,000
21% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.7%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
17.8%
44% higher than US avg
How Alton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population308
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density135/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$10,962
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.8%
County GDP$586M
Commute40 min
Housing
Home Value$340,000
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$513,459
Health
Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation7,278 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.82
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute40 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries1
Is Alton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Alton receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Alton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Alton is $340,000, 21% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
13.7% 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 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Alton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Alton has a population of 308 with a density of 135 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.6%), with 33.4% Hispanic.
Population
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Alton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $10,962 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $844 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,995 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 17.8% |
| 44% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 438 |
| County GDP | $586M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 65 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 45 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,894 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.85% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 40.1 min |
| Work from Home | 12.5% |
The median home value in Alton is $340,000, 21% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $513,459.
Home Values
| Census Median | $340,000 |
| 21% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $513,459 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $950 |
| 18% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $981 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,082 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,313 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,746 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,105 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,894 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.85% |
In Alton, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Alton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.0% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.8% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.2% |
| Depression | 27.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,263/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
Crime Rates: Alton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Alton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
33°F Jan (1°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.9°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,278 ft (2,218 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 135/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.4265°N, 112.5103°W |
| County FIPS | 49025 |