Home Value
$185,300
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
44.8%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment
12.5%
247% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
72.4%
484% higher than US avg
How Fronton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population328
Median Age20.9 yrs
Density781/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 49%
Veterans9.1%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$11,607
Unemployment12.5%
Poverty72.4%
County GDP$668M
Commute18 min
Housing
Home Value$185,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units77
Rent Burden31.1%
Health
Obesity44.8%
Uninsured39.4%
Smoking15.0%
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain19.5 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+62.1%
Graduate+14.8%
School Score5.10
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute18 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries1
Is Fronton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Fronton receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Fronton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
At 12.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 72.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Fronton is $185,300, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 62.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Fronton has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Fronton has a population of 328 with a density of 781 people per square mile. The median age is 20.9 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.1%).
Population
20.9yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Spanish | 100.0% |
| 646% above US avg |
The median household income in Fronton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 12.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 72.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $11,607 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $796 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $37,633 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.5% |
| 247% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 72.4% |
| 484% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 166 |
| County GDP | $668M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,533 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Cost of Living | 97.10 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.91% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 24.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 13.3% |
The median home value in Fronton is $185,300, 34% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $185,300 |
| 34% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 66.7% |
| Housing Units | 77 |
| Median Year Built | 1987 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,533 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.91% |
In Fronton, 44.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 39.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 21.6% report depression. 45.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Fronton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 44.8% |
| 40% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 19.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.0% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Cancer | 4.2% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 15.0% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Binge Drinking | 13.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 45.4% |
| Depression | 21.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 19.1% |
| Short Sleep | 38.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 53.4% |
| Uninsured | 39.4% |
| 358% above US avg |
| Checkup Rate | 72.3% |
| Dental Visits | 46.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,589/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 31.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
Fronton has an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.5 inches. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
60°F Jan (16°C)
89°F Jul (32°C)
| Annual Average | 76.6°F |
| 42% above US avg |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 89°F (32°C) |
| Sunny Days | 323 days/yr |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 19.5 inches |
| 49% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 781/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.4255°N, 99.0761°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 48505 |