Median Income
$75,313
0% lower than US avg
Home Value
$107,200
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,208
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.9%
77% lower than US avg
How Argenta Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population838
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density1,289/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans7.6%
Economy
A
Median Income$75,313
Per Capita$38,871
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$9,054M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$107,200
Rent$1,208
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$186,194
Rent Burden20.2%
Health
Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease4.8%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Elevation682 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+92.7%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute24 min
Broadband87.2%
Libraries9
Is Argenta a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Argenta receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Argenta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Argenta is $75,313, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Argenta is $107,200, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,208 per month. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Argenta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Argenta has a population of 838 with a density of 1,289 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%), with 2.3% Hispanic.
Population
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Argenta is $75,313, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $75,313 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $38,871 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,304 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,393 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.9% |
| 77% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,981 |
| County GDP | $9,054M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 244 |
| Healthcare | 271 |
| Retail | 334 |
| Manufacturing | 92 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,684 |
| 91% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.24% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 96.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Argenta is $107,200, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,208 (4% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $186,194.
Home Values
| Census Median | $107,200 |
| 62% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $186,194 |
| Median List Price | $38,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $38,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $119 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.5% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,208 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Rent Burden | 20.2% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,684 |
| 91% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.24% |
In Argenta, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Argenta vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.1% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.3% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.1% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.0% |
| Depression | 23.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 11.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.3% |
| Premature Death | 10,949/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 271 |
Crime Rates: Argenta vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Argenta has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 53.1°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.4 inches |
| 4% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 682 ft (208 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,289/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9855°N, 88.8197°W |
| County FIPS | 17115 |