Median Income
$105,357
40% higher than US avg
Home Value
$225,000
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
30.3%
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Buchanan Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population92
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density1,150/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans67.0%
Economy
A+
Median Income$105,357
Per Capita$46,893
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$309M
Commute17 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$225,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease4.0%
Climate
Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation1,555 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+30.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute17 min
Broadband38.0%
Libraries1
Is Buchanan a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Buchanan receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Buchanan stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Buchanan is $105,357, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Buchanan among higher-income communities. 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%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Buchanan is $225,000, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Buchanan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Buchanan has a population of 92 with a density of 1,150 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 7.6% Hispanic.
Population
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.5% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.5% |
| 44% below US avg |
The median household income in Buchanan is $105,357, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $105,357 |
| 40% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $46,893 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,103 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,053 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 173 |
| County GDP | $309M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 15 |
| Retail | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Buchanan is $225,000, 20% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $225,000 |
| 20% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Buchanan, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 17.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Buchanan vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.5% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 6.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 24.0% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 4.0% |
| Stroke | 2.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.1% |
| Depression | 20.2% |
| Mental Distress | 13.9% |
| Physical Distress | 9.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 81.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,030/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 15 |
Crime Rates: Buchanan vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Buchanan has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
11°F Jan (-12°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 42.2°F |
| 22% below US avg |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,555 ft (474 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,150/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.0626°N, 98.8290°W |
| County FIPS | 38031 |