Home Value
$222,400
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.6%
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.8%
70% lower than US avg
How Ballantine Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population293
Median Age59.0 yrs
Density322/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans3.7%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,152
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$14,022M
Commute30 min
Housing
Home Value$222,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$367,958
Health
Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain14.4 in/yr
Elevation2,995 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.6%
High School+91.1%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute30 min
Broadband48.1%
Libraries4
Is Ballantine a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ballantine receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Ballantine has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ballantine is $222,400, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Ballantine experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.4 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Ballantine has a population of 293 with a density of 322 people per square mile. The median age is 59.0 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87%), with 13% Hispanic.
Population
59.0yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Ballantine vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Ballantine vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Ballantine is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income: Ballantine vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $24,152 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,206 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,749 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.8% |
| 70% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 7,794 |
| County GDP | $14,022M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 481 |
| Healthcare | 612 |
| Retail | 691 |
| Manufacturing | 172 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,435 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.99% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Ballantine is $222,400, 21% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $367,958.
Home Values
| Census Median | $222,400 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $367,958 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,435 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.99% |
In Ballantine, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ballantine vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.4% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.7% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.2% |
| Depression | 29.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,698/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 612 |
Crime Rates: Ballantine vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| FEMA Disasters | 273 |
Safety Score
Ballantine has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 46.1°F |
| 15% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 14.4 inches |
| 62% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 34.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,995 ft (913 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 322/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.9511°N, 108.1428°W |
| County FIPS | 30111 |