Median Income
$59,643
21% lower than US avg
Home Value
$118,600
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.7%
78% lower than US avg
How Astor Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,507
Median Age57.5 yrs
Density644/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
A
Median Income$59,643
Per Capita$39,488
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$29,511M
Commute43 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$118,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$269,122
Health
Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease7.0%
Climate
Avg Temp71°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Elevation14 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+74.4%
School Score5.60
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute43 min
Libraries14
Is Astor a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Astor receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Astor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Astor is $59,643, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Astor is $118,600, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Astor has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Astor has a population of 1,507 with a density of 644 people per square mile. The median age is 57.5 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.1%), with 1.3% Hispanic.
Population
57.5yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.2% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.8% |
| 57% below US avg |
The median household income in Astor is $59,643, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $59,643 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,488 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,041 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,488 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.7% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 16,756 |
| County GDP | $29,511M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,366 |
| Healthcare | 1,587 |
| Retail | 2,031 |
| Manufacturing | 393 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,338 |
| 81% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.34% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 43.0 min |
| Work from Home | 12.3% |
The median home value in Astor is $118,600, 58% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $269,122.
Home Values
| Census Median | $118,600 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $269,122 |
| Median List Price | $312,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $312,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $135 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.9% |
| Price Drops | 36.4% |
| Inventory | 11 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,338 |
| 81% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.34% |
In Astor, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Astor vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.7% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.0% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.5% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.1% |
| Depression | 21.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.3% |
| Premature Death | 11,240/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,587 |
Crime Rates: Astor vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 124 |
Safety Score
Astor has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
58°F Jan (14°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 71.3°F |
| 32% above US avg |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 49.9 inches |
| 31% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 14 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (6.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 644/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.1638°N, 81.5346°W |
| County FIPS | 12127 |