Median Income
$51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value
$58,300
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.4%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.8%
21% lower than US avg
How Avant Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population244
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density230/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Economy
B+
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$21,366
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$1,343M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$58,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity45.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation676 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+89.8%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute31 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries4
Is Avant a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Avant receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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, high obesity rates. Avant offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Avant is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Avant is $58,300, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Avant enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Avant has a population of 244 with a density of 230 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.3%), with 34.8% Hispanic.
Population
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% 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 Avant is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $51,250 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,366 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $978 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,022 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.8% |
| 21% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 560 |
| County GDP | $1,343M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 46 |
| Healthcare | 51 |
| Retail | 105 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,395 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.82% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.1 min |
| Work from Home | 1.1% |
The median home value in Avant is $58,300, 79% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $58,300 |
| 79% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,395 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.82% |
In Avant, 45.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Avant vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.4% |
| 41% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.9% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 7.9% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.2% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 84.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,240/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 51 |
Crime Rates: Avant vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Avant has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 60.8°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.8 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 8.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 676 ft (206 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 230/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.4896°N, 96.0463°W |
| County FIPS | 40113 |