Median Income
$110,785
47% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
38.3%
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Ashford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population570
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density231/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Economy
A+
Median Income$110,785
Per Capita$36,588
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,122M
Commute34 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$368,486
Health
Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI28 (Good)
Elevation1,743 ft
Education
A
Bachelor's+38.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 32%
Commute34 min
EV Stations4
Libraries6
Is Ashford a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ashford receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Ashford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ashford is $110,785, which is significantly higher than the national average — 47% above $75,149. This places Ashford among higher-income communities. 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%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 38.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Ashford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Ashford has a population of 570 with a density of 231 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%), with 6.8% Hispanic.
Population
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 89.7% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Spanish | 10.3% |
| 23% below US avg |
The median household income in Ashford is $110,785, which is 47% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $110,785 |
| 47% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,588 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,129 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,906 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,236 |
| County GDP | $5,122M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 219 |
| Healthcare | 200 |
| Retail | 301 |
| Manufacturing | 99 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,781 |
| 37% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.6 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Zillow estimates the typical home value at $368,486.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,781 |
| 37% above US avg |
In Ashford, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 18.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ashford vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.6% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.5% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.5% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 77.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.7% |
| Premature Death | 9,177/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 200 |
Crime Rates: Ashford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Ashford has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
38°F Jan (4°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 50.0°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,743 ft (531 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 231/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.7549°N, 122.0155°W |
| County FIPS | 53041 |