Median Income
$46,667
38% lower than US avg
Home Value
$103,400
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.5%
64% lower than US avg
How Astoria Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population160
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density1,000/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
B+
Median Income$46,667
Per Capita$24,246
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$553M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$103,400
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$366,986
Health
Obesity33.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation1,822 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+89.2%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute27 min
Broadband78.0%
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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $46,667, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Astoria is $103,400, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Astoria has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Astoria has a population of 160 with a density of 1,000 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 7.5% Hispanic.
Population
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.7% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.3% |
| 53% below US avg |
The median household income in Astoria is $46,667, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,667 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,246 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,023 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,094 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.5% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 200 |
| County GDP | $553M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 10 |
| Healthcare | 9 |
| Retail | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,600 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.48% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Astoria is $103,400, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $366,986.
Home Values
| Census Median | $103,400 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $366,986 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $850 |
| 27% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,600 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.48% |
In Astoria, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Astoria vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.0% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.8% |
| Asthma | 9.3% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.6% |
| Depression | 19.7% |
| Mental Distress | 15.1% |
| Physical Distress | 10.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 78.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,408/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 51.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
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 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
12°F Jan (-11°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 42.5°F |
| 21% below US avg |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,822 ft (555 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,000/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.5577°N, 96.5465°W |
| County FIPS | 46039 |