Median Income
$31,985
57% lower than US avg
Home Value
$80,500
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,360
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
44.3%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
40.5%
227% higher than US avg
How Dante Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population588
Median Age55.4 yrs
Density84/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans0.9%
Economy
C
Median Income$31,985
Per Capita$14,471
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty40.5%
County GDP$904M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$80,500
Rent$1,360
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity44.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.1%
Heart Disease8.4%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Elevation2,697 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+78.0%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%
Commute30 min
Broadband78.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries2
Is Dante a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Dante receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Dante has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Dante is $31,985, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 40.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Dante is $80,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,360 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Dante experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches, including 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Dante has a population of 588 with a density of 84 people per square mile. The median age is 55.4 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 6.1% Black.
Population
55.4yrs
Median Age
42% 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 Dante is $31,985, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 40.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $31,985 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $14,471 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $929 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,630 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 40.5% |
| 227% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 565 |
| County GDP | $904M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 34 |
| Healthcare | 70 |
| Retail | 77 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,915 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.38% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Dante is $80,500, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,360 (17% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $80,500 |
| 71% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,360 |
| 17% above US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,915 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.38% |
In Dante, 44.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.1% report depression. 38.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Dante vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 44.3% |
| 38% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.2% |
| Heart Disease | 8.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.8% |
| Asthma | 12.9% |
| COPD | 13.4% |
| Stroke | 4.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.1% |
| Depression | 31.1% |
| Mental Distress | 24.5% |
| Physical Distress | 20.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 12,093/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 70 |
Crime Rates: Dante vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Dante has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.9 inches |
| 21% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 12.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,697 ft (822 m) |
| Area | 7.0 sq mi (18.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 84/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.9847°N, 82.2836°W |
| County FIPS | 51167 |