Median Income
$56,136
25% lower than US avg
Home Value
$72,000
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
3.5%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,054
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment
17.7%
392% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.7%
2% higher than US avg
How Buckland Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population629
Median Age21.6 yrs
Density874/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Economy
C+
Median Income$56,136
Per Capita$17,089
Unemployment17.7%
Poverty12.7%
County GDP$744M
Commute3 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$72,000
Rent$1,054
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity43.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease9.8%
Climate
Avg Temp23°F
AQI21 (Good)
Elevation23 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+3.5%
High School+83.0%
School Score4.86
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute3 min
Libraries1
Is Buckland a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Buckland receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Buckland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Buckland is $56,136, 25% below the national average of $75,149. At 17.7%, unemployment is notably high. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 3 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Buckland is $72,000, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,054 per month. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Buckland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F. Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Buckland has a population of 629 with a density of 874 people per square mile. The median age is 21.6 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (96.2%), with 3.8% White.
Population
21.6yrs
Median Age
44% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 80.7% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Spanish | 19.3% |
| 44% above US avg |
The median household income in Buckland is $56,136, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 17.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 3 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,136 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $17,089 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,724 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,838 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 17.7% |
| 392% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.7% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 148 |
| County GDP | $744M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 5 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 14 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 3.4 min |
| Work from Home | 11.0% |
The median home value in Buckland is $72,000, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,054 (9% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $72,000 |
| 74% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,054 |
| 9% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,061 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,194 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,467 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,304 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Buckland, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 35.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Buckland vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.7% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 17.2% |
| Heart Disease | 9.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.2% |
| Asthma | 13.6% |
| COPD | 10.9% |
| Stroke | 5.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.0% |
| Depression | 20.4% |
| Mental Distress | 21.9% |
| Physical Distress | 21.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 73.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.2% |
| Premature Death | 19,918/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 3.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
Crime Rates: Buckland vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Buckland has an average annual temperature of 23°F (-5°C). Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Temperature
-4°F Jan (-20°C)
54°F Jul (12°C)
| Annual Average | 23.2°F |
| 57% below US avg |
| January Average | -4°F (-20°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 874/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 65.9765°N, 161.1394°W |
| County FIPS | 02188 |