Median Income
$78,510
4% higher than US avg
Home Value
$333,200
18% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,875
61% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.4%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.1%
19% lower than US avg
How Buckhorn Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,506
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density711/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Economy
A
Median Income$78,510
Per Capita$39,514
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty10.1%
County GDP$2,112M
Commute54 min
Housing
A
Home Value$333,200
Rent$1,875
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity29.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain32.0 in/yr
Elevation3,273 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+93.0%
School Score4.69
Community
2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute54 min
Libraries5
Is Buckhorn a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Buckhorn receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Buckhorn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Buckhorn is $78,510, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Buckhorn is $333,200, 18% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,875 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Buckhorn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Buckhorn has a population of 3,506 with a density of 711 people per square mile. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.9%), with 3.1% Hispanic.
Population
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.3% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.7% |
| 57% below US avg |
The median household income in Buckhorn is $78,510, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $78,510 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,514 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,127 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,740 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.1% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,348 |
| County GDP | $2,112M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 101 |
| Healthcare | 107 |
| Retail | 126 |
| Manufacturing | 55 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,981 |
| 42% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.49% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 53.6 min |
| Work from Home | 19.1% |
The median home value in Buckhorn is $333,200, 18% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,875 (61% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $333,200 |
| 18% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,875 |
| 61% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,981 |
| 42% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.49% |
In Buckhorn, 29.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Buckhorn vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.4% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.3% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.4% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,567/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 107 |
Crime Rates: Buckhorn vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Buckhorn has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 61.0°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 32.0 inches |
| 16% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,273 ft (998 m) |
| Area | 4.9 sq mi (12.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 711/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4548°N, 120.5323°W |
| County FIPS | 06005 |