Median Income
$72,976
3% lower than US avg
Home Value
$182,700
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
32.4%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$878
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.7%
30% lower than US avg
How Avon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,415
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density1,084/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
A
Median Income$72,976
Per Capita$39,916
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$3,092M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$182,700
Rent$878
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden30.8%
Health
Obesity31.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Elevation634 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+32.4%
High School+95.1%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute21 min
EV Stations6
Libraries8
Is Avon a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Avon receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Avon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Avon is $72,976, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 8.7% 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 Avon is $182,700, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $878 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
32.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Avon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches, including 51.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Avon has a population of 3,415 with a density of 1,084 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 1.4% Hispanic.
Population
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.4% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.6% |
| 88% below US avg |
The median household income in Avon is $72,976, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $72,976 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,916 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,093 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,010 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.7% |
| 30% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,495 |
| County GDP | $3,092M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 133 |
| Healthcare | 119 |
| Retail | 201 |
| Manufacturing | 65 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,178 |
| 134% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.48% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.0 min |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |
The median home value in Avon is $182,700, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $878 (25% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $182,700 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $255,950 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $255,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $215 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.1% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 3 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $878 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 30.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,178 |
| 134% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.48% |
In Avon, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Avon vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.7% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.5% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.4% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.9% |
| Premature Death | 5,954/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 119 |
Crime Rates: Avon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Avon has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 47.9°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 33.6 inches |
| 12% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 51.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 634 ft (193 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,084/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9128°N, 77.7465°W |
| County FIPS | 36051 |