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Altoona, KS
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Altoona, KS
At a Glance
How Altoona Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Altoona's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Altoona a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Altoona residents earn a median household income of $44,107 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,501. The unemployment rate stands at 1.3% (64% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 236 business establishments, including 20 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Altoona is $50,200 , 82% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $95,577. Median rent is $706/month, with 36.3% 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 1965.
Safety & Crime
Altoona reports 83 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 78% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,120/100K.
Education
9.4% of adults in Altoona hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below the national average). 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Altoona has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.