Median Income
$44,107
41% lower than US avg
Home Value
$50,200
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$706
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.0%
5% higher than US avg
How Altoona Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population409
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density772/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Economy
B+
Median Income$44,107
Per Capita$22,501
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$389M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$50,200
Rent$706
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$95,577
Health
Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation828 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+88.2%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute21 min
Libraries3
Is Altoona a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Altoona receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Altoona offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Altoona is $44,107, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Altoona is $50,200, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $706 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Altoona enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 6.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Altoona has a population of 409 with a density of 772 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88%), with 6.1% Hispanic.
Population
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% 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 Altoona is $44,107, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,107 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,501 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $933 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,309 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.0% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 236 |
| County GDP | $389M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 29 |
| Retail | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,738 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.45% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.5 min |
| Work from Home | 7.2% |
The median home value in Altoona is $50,200, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $706 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $95,577.
Home Values
| Census Median | $50,200 |
| 82% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $95,577 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $706 |
| 39% 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) | $2,738 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.45% |
In Altoona, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Altoona vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.5% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.6% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.3% |
| Depression | 23.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.7% |
| Premature Death | 11,658/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 34.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 29 |
Crime Rates: Altoona vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Altoona has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 56.8°F |
| 5% above US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.8 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 6.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 828 ft (252 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 772/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.5245°N, 95.6615°W |
| County FIPS | 20205 |