Median Income
$37,600
50% lower than US avg
Home Value
$78,700
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.6%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$746
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.5%
9% higher than US avg
How Fort Plain Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,274
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density1,684/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
B
Median Income$37,600
Per Capita$26,269
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$2,632M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$78,700
Rent$746
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,645
Health
Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Elevation346 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.6%
High School+87.8%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute24 min
Libraries6
Is Fort Plain a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Fort Plain receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Fort Plain offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Fort Plain is $37,600, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Fort Plain is $78,700, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $746 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Fort Plain has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Fort Plain has a population of 2,274 with a density of 1,684 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 2.1% Black.
Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Fort Plain vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.8% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.2% |
| 69% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Fort Plain vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Fort Plain is $37,600, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income: Fort Plain vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $37,600 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,269 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,034 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,796 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.5% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,248 |
| County GDP | $2,632M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 104 |
| Healthcare | 190 |
| Retail | 172 |
| Manufacturing | 52 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,966 |
| 70% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.58% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.8% |
The median home value in Fort Plain is $78,700, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $746 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,645.
Home Values
| Census Median | $78,700 |
| 72% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $165,645 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $746 |
| 36% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,966 |
| 70% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.58% |
In Fort Plain, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Fort Plain vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.7% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.4% |
| Depression | 24.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,219/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 54.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 190 |
Crime Rates: Fort Plain vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Fort Plain has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 45.3°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 346 ft (105 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,684/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9327°N, 74.6268°W |
| County FIPS | 36057 |