Median Income
$48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$153,400
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.4%
24% lower than US avg
How Avalon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population343
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density194/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans19.2%
Economy
B+
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$24,254
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$1,440M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$153,400
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden14.8%
Health
Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Elevation838 ft (255 m)
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+89.1%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute21 min
Broadband73.7%
Libraries1
Is Avalon a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Avalon receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Avalon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Avalon is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Avalon is $153,400, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Avalon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Avalon has a population of 343 with a density of 194 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 3.8% Black.
Population
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.3% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.7% |
| 65% below US avg |
The median household income in Avalon is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,750 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,254 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $958 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,475 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.4% |
| 24% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 636 |
| County GDP | $1,440M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Healthcare | 57 |
| Retail | 98 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,450 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.90% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 71.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.2% |
The median home value in Avalon is $153,400, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $153,400 |
| 46% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $875 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 14.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,450 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.90% |
In Avalon, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Avalon vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.2% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.3% |
| Depression | 23.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 78.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.5% |
| Premature Death | 12,943/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 57 |
Avalon has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
42°F Jan (5°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 60.8°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 52.1 inches |
| 37% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 838 ft (255 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 194/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4971°N, 83.1982°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County FIPS | 13257 |