Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Foreston Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population66
Median Age58.8 yrs
Density29/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 12%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$30,188
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$962M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.7 in/yr
Elevation97 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
CommuteN/A
Broadband41.0%
Libraries2
Is Foreston a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Foreston receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Foreston stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Education
0.0% 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 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Foreston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Foreston has a population of 66 with a density of 29 people per square mile. The median age is 58.8 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (87.9%), with 12.1% White.
Population
58.8yrs
Median Age
51% 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 Foreston is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $30,188 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $792 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,558 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.1% |
| 69% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 647 |
| County GDP | $962M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 54 |
| Healthcare | 43 |
| Retail | 107 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,982 |
| 15% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,982 |
| 15% below US avg |
In Foreston, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Foreston vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.9% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.8% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.1% |
| Depression | 20.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 81.4% |
| Premature Death | 15,443/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 44.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 43 |
Crime Rates: Foreston vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
Safety Score
Foreston has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 55.7 inches |
| 47% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 97 ft (30 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 29/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.6368°N, 80.0607°W |
| County FIPS | 45027 |