Median Income
$67,054
11% lower than US avg
Home Value
$385,400
37% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.9%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,295
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.3%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.2%
74% lower than US avg
How Buxton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,451
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density185/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A
Median Income$67,054
Per Capita$42,574
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$3,087M
Commute16 min
Housing
B
Home Value$385,400
Rent$1,295
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$467,976
Health
Obesity31.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain61.6 in/yr
Elevation6 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.9%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute16 min
EV Stations3
Libraries3
Is Buxton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Buxton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Buxton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Buxton is $67,054, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Buxton is $385,400, 37% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,295 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Buxton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Buxton has a population of 1,451 with a density of 185 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 4.5% Hispanic.
Population
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 86.1% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Spanish | 13.9% |
| 4% above US avg |
The median household income in Buxton is $67,054, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $67,054 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $42,574 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $894 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $87,788 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.2% |
| 74% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,329 |
| County GDP | $3,087M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 351 |
| Healthcare | 106 |
| Retail | 436 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,288 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.11% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 16.2 min |
| Work from Home | 20.0% |
The median home value in Buxton is $385,400, 37% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,295 (11% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $467,976.
Home Values
| Census Median | $385,400 |
| 37% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $467,976 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,295 |
| 11% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,288 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.11% |
In Buxton, 31.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Buxton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.3% |
| 2% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.1% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.6% |
| Depression | 26.1% |
| Mental Distress | 16.9% |
| Physical Distress | 11.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 84.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,307/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 106 |
Crime Rates: Buxton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Buxton has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.5°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 61.6 inches |
| 62% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 7.8 sq mi (20.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 185/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2533°N, 75.5383°W |
| County FIPS | 37055 |