Home Value
$68,300
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Bison Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population54
Median Age79.1 yrs
Density51/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans71.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$46,889
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,896M
Housing
Home Value$68,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain33.5 in/yr
Elevation1,218 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+72.2%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
CommuteN/A
Broadband55.0%
Libraries1
Is Bison a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bison receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Bison faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bison is $68,300, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Bison enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.5 inches, including 9.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Bison has a population of 54 with a density of 51 people per square mile. The median age is 79.1 years, 103% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
79.1yrs
Median Age
103% above 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 Bison is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $46,889 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $968 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,251 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,757 |
| County GDP | $3,896M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 135 |
| Healthcare | 195 |
| Retail | 252 |
| Manufacturing | 45 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,454 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.06% |
The median home value in Bison is $68,300, 76% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $68,300 |
| 76% 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) | $3,454 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.06% |
Health Metrics: Bison vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Premature Death | 11,681/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 195 |
Crime Rates: Bison vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Bison has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 58.7°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 33.5 inches |
| 12% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 9.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,218 ft (371 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 51/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1959°N, 97.8979°W |
| County FIPS | 40047 |