Median Income
$62,434
17% lower than US avg
Home Value
$293,400
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.7%
38% lower than US avg
How Edgemont Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population156
Median Age67.0 yrs
Density294/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans7.7%
Economy
B
Median Income$62,434
Per Capita$51,643
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$9,961M
Commute24 min
Housing
A
Home Value$293,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation841 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.85
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute24 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries9
Is Edgemont a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Edgemont receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Edgemont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Edgemont is $62,434, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Edgemont is $293,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
13.5% 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 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Edgemont experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Edgemont has a population of 156 with a density of 294 people per square mile. The median age is 67.0 years, 72% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
67.0yrs
Median Age
72% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.1% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.9% |
| 56% below US avg |
The median household income in Edgemont is $62,434, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,434 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $51,643 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,120 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,244 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.7% |
| 114% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% |
| 38% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,704 |
| County GDP | $9,961M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 333 |
| Healthcare | 446 |
| Retail | 547 |
| Manufacturing | 135 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,722 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.27% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 90.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.5% |
The median home value in Edgemont is $293,400, 4% above the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $293,400 |
| 4% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,722 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.27% |
In Edgemont, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Edgemont vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.4% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.8% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.6% |
| Depression | 23.3% |
| Mental Distress | 16.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.4% |
| Premature Death | 10,710/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 80.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 446 |
Crime Rates: Edgemont vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
Safety Score
Edgemont has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 841 ft (256 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 294/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6766°N, 77.5469°W |
| County FIPS | 24043 |