Median Income
$47,917
36% lower than US avg
Home Value
$80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.0%
44% lower than US avg
How Esto Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population302
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density139/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans6.6%
Economy
B+
Median Income$47,917
Per Capita$21,751
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$562M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden26.7%
Health
Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp67°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation231 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+78.2%
School Score5.60
Community
2024 VoteR 90% / D 10%
Commute28 min
Broadband75.8%
Libraries1
Is Esto a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Esto receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Esto offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Esto is $47,917, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Esto is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Esto enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Esto has a population of 302 with a density of 139 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%), with 1.7% Black.
Population
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.8% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.3% |
| 53% below US avg |
The median household income in Esto is $47,917, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,917 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,751 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $805 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,848 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 401 |
| County GDP | $562M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 23 |
| Healthcare | 28 |
| Retail | 56 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,755 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.44% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 98.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |
The median home value in Esto is $80,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $80,000 |
| 72% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $800 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 26.7% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,755 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.44% |
In Esto, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Esto vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.8% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.4% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.5% |
| Depression | 23.3% |
| Mental Distress | 22.0% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 71.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.3% |
| Premature Death | 13,511/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 11.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 28 |
Crime Rates: Esto vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Esto has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
51°F Jan (10°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 67.3°F |
| 25% above US avg |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 231 ft (70 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 139/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.9817°N, 85.6430°W |
| County FIPS | 12059 |