Median Income
$55,750
26% lower than US avg
Home Value
$287,500
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$481
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment
3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.0%
13% higher than US avg
How Farmington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population136
Median Age55.3 yrs
Density378/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans3.3%
Economy
B
Median Income$55,750
Per Capita$35,040
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$40,044M
Commute28 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$287,500
Rent$481
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$278,673
Rent Burden17.5%
Health
Obesity29.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease4.6%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Elevation2,633 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 51% / D 46%
Commute28 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries19
Is Farmington a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Farmington receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Farmington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Farmington is $55,750, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Farmington is $287,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $481 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Farmington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Farmington has a population of 136 with a density of 378 people per square mile. The median age is 55.3 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 1.5% Hispanic.
Population
55.3yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Farmington vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.5% |
| 74% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Farmington vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Farmington is $55,750, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: Farmington vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,750 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,040 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,259 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,041 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.0% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 15,669 |
| County GDP | $40,044M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,237 |
| Healthcare | 1,797 |
| Retail | 1,585 |
| Manufacturing | 523 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,236 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.17% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 67.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 16.1% |
The median home value in Farmington is $287,500, 2% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $481 (59% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $278,673.
Home Values
| Census Median | $287,500 |
| 2% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $278,673 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $481 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 17.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,236 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.17% |
In Farmington, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 14.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Farmington vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.9% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.4% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 4.6% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 14.7% |
| Depression | 27.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,070/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,797 |
Crime Rates: Farmington vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 40 |
| FEMA Disasters | 819 |
Safety Score
Farmington has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 48.1°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 18.4 inches |
| 52% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 26.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,633 ft (803 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 378/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.0887°N, 117.0464°W |
| County FIPS | 53063 |