Median Income
$52,375
30% lower than US avg
Home Value
$85,700
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment
10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.9%
4% lower than US avg
How Ashley Heights Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population301
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density134/mi²
Male / Female45% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans10.0%
Economy
C+
Median Income$52,375
Per Capita$22,914
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$1,640M
Commute13 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$85,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Elevation418 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+89.7%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute13 min
Broadband68.6%
Libraries1
Is Ashley Heights a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ashley Heights receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Ashley Heights offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ashley Heights is $52,375, 30% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ashley Heights is $85,700, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Ashley Heights enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Ashley Heights has a population of 301 with a density of 134 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.2%), with 21.3% Hispanic, 16.3% Black.
Population
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Ashley Heights vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Ashley Heights vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Ashley Heights is $52,375, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.
Income: Ashley Heights vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,375 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,914 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $902 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,275 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.0% |
| 178% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.9% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 697 |
| County GDP | $1,640M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 39 |
| Healthcare | 75 |
| Retail | 81 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,124 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.65% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 13.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 81.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 14.4% |
The median home value in Ashley Heights is $85,700, 70% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $85,700 |
| 70% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,124 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.65% |
In Ashley Heights, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ashley Heights vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.7% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.4% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.7% |
| Depression | 27.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.7% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 77.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.9% |
| Premature Death | 12,067/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 75 |
Crime Rates: Ashley Heights vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Ashley Heights has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
42°F Jan (5°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.8 inches |
| 26% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 418 ft (127 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 134/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.0900°N, 79.3739°W |
| County FIPS | 37093 |