Median Income
$49,345
34% lower than US avg
Home Value
$63,700
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$668
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.6%
18% higher than US avg
How Astoria Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,094
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density1,854/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
B
Median Income$49,345
Per Capita$28,565
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty14.6%
County GDP$346M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$63,700
Rent$668
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$96,808
Health
Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation706 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+90.3%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute27 min
Libraries1
Is Astoria a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Astoria receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Astoria offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Astoria is $49,345, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 14.6% 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 Astoria is $63,700, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $668 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Astoria experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 27.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Astoria has a population of 1,094 with a density of 1,854 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%), with 3.1% Hispanic.
Population
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Astoria is $49,345, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,345 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,565 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,001 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,971 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.6% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 163 |
| County GDP | $346M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,675 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.34% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.7 min |
| Work from Home | 3.5% |
The median home value in Astoria is $63,700, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $668 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $96,808.
Home Values
| Census Median | $63,700 |
| 77% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $96,808 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $668 |
| 43% below US avg |
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) | $4,675 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.34% |
In Astoria, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Astoria vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.8% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.9% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.3% |
| Depression | 25.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 11,015/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
Crime Rates: Astoria vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Astoria has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 52.5°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.0 inches |
| 8% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 27.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 706 ft (215 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,854/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.2279°N, 90.3565°W |
| County FIPS | 17169 |