Median Income
$52,500
30% lower than US avg
Home Value
$94,800
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.3%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,035
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.6%
31% lower than US avg
How Anthon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population488
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density687/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
B+
Median Income$52,500
Per Capita$33,188
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$746M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$94,800
Rent$1,035
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$187,750
Rent Burden28.4%
Health
Obesity39.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Elevation1,119 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.3%
High School+95.3%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute27 min
Libraries5
Is Anthon a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Anthon receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Anthon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Anthon is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Anthon is $94,800, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,035 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Anthon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Anthon has a population of 488 with a density of 687 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.7%), with 2.9% Hispanic.
Population
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.0% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.0% |
| 78% below US avg |
The median household income in Anthon is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,500 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,188 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,161 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,968 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.6% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 302 |
| County GDP | $746M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,958 |
| 13% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.18% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.4 min |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |
The median home value in Anthon is $94,800, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,035 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,750.
Home Values
| Census Median | $94,800 |
| 66% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $187,750 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $122 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.4% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,035 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 28.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,958 |
| 13% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.18% |
In Anthon, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Anthon vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.3% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.7% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 6,456/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
Crime Rates: Anthon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Anthon has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
18°F Jan (-8°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 32.1 inches |
| 16% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,119 ft (341 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 687/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.3881°N, 95.8655°W |
| County FIPS | 19093 |