Median Income
$44,375
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
61.0%
81% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$824
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.5%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
33.7%
172% higher than US avg
How Emigrant Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population387
Median Age55.1 yrs
Density36/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
C+
Median Income$44,375
Per Capita$26,546
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty33.7%
County GDP$899M
Commute39 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$824
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$711,699
Health
Obesity29.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain16.3 in/yr
Elevation5,574 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+61.0%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 52% / D 45%
Commute39 min
Libraries2
Is Emigrant a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Emigrant receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Emigrant stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Emigrant is $44,375, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 33.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $824 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
Emigrant is a highly educated community — 61.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Emigrant experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.3 inches, including 62.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Emigrant has a population of 387 with a density of 36 people per square mile. The median age is 55.1 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
55.1yrs
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 Emigrant is $44,375, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 33.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,375 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,546 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,003 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,281 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 33.7% |
| 172% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,300 |
| County GDP | $899M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 154 |
| Healthcare | 60 |
| Retail | 101 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,616 |
| 32% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 38.8 min |
| Work from Home | 15.0% |
Monthly rent averages $824 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $711,699.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $824 |
| 29% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,616 |
| 32% above US avg |
In Emigrant, 29.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Emigrant vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.5% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.1% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.9% |
| Depression | 22.7% |
| Mental Distress | 16.7% |
| Physical Distress | 12.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 76.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,307/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 60 |
Crime Rates: Emigrant vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Emigrant has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 45.6°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 16.3 inches |
| 57% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 62.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,574 ft (1,699 m) |
| Area | 10.8 sq mi (27.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 36/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.3842°N, 110.7569°W |
| County FIPS | 30067 |