Median Income
$54,063
28% lower than US avg
Home Value
$86,100
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.2%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$917
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment
9.6%
167% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.9%
52% lower than US avg
How Barton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population761
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density3,624/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Economy
C+
Median Income$54,063
Per Capita$28,571
Unemployment9.6%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$1,790M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$86,100
Rent$917
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$110,279
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Elevation1,269 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+6.2%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.85
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute29 min
Libraries5
Is Barton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Barton receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Barton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Barton is $54,063, 28% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Barton is $86,100, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $917 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Barton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Barton has a population of 761 with a density of 3,624 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).
Population
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
The median household income in Barton is $54,063, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,063 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,571 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $933 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,304 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.6% |
| 167% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.9% |
| 52% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,168 |
| County GDP | $1,790M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 85 |
| Healthcare | 81 |
| Retail | 138 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,909 |
| 40% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.70% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.8 min |
| Work from Home | 6.2% |
The median home value in Barton is $86,100, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $917 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $110,279.
Home Values
| Census Median | $86,100 |
| 69% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $110,279 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $917 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,909 |
| 40% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.70% |
In Barton, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Barton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.6% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.0% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 8.6% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.8% |
| Depression | 29.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,314/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 81 |
Crime Rates: Barton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Barton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
71°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 49.8°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.4 inches |
| 9% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,269 ft (387 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,624/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.5323°N, 79.0168°W |
| County FIPS | 24023 |