Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Amherst Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population84
Median Age26.8 yrs
Density187/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 20%
Veterans84.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,512
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$254M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Elevation3,691 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+30.9%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
CommuteN/A
Broadband39.0%
Libraries2
Is Amherst a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Amherst receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Amherst 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%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Amherst experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.9 inches, including 30.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Amherst has a population of 84 with a density of 187 people per square mile. The median age is 26.8 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (20.2%).
Population
26.8yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Spanish | 100.0% |
| 646% above US avg |
The median household income in Amherst is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $29,512 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $961 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,315 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 186 |
| County GDP | $254M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 11 |
| Retail | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,800 |
| 49% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,800 |
| 49% below US avg |
Health Metrics: Amherst vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Premature Death | 9,191/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
Crime Rates: Amherst vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Amherst has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.9°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 17.9 inches |
| 53% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 30.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,691 ft (1,125 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 187/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6832°N, 102.1726°W |
| County FIPS | 08095 |