Median Income
$56,875
24% lower than US avg
Home Value
$158,600
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.8%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.0%
27% lower than US avg
How Grant Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,146
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density1,710/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
B
Median Income$56,875
Per Capita$25,880
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$2,077M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$158,600
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$254,228
Health
Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Elevation835 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+88.9%
School Score5.23
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute29 min
Libraries6
Is Grant a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Grant receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Grant offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Grant is $56,875, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Grant is $158,600, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Grant experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 48.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Grant has a population of 1,146 with a density of 1,710 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%).
Population
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 86.9% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Spanish | 13.1% |
| 2% below US avg |
The median household income in Grant is $56,875, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,875 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,880 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $949 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,846 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.6% |
| 56% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.0% |
| 27% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 855 |
| County GDP | $2,077M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 74 |
| Healthcare | 97 |
| Retail | 153 |
| Manufacturing | 38 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,208 |
| 49% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.28% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.1 min |
| Work from Home | 8.0% |
The median home value in Grant is $158,600, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,228.
Home Values
| Census Median | $158,600 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $254,228 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $950 |
| 18% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,208 |
| 49% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.28% |
In Grant, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Grant vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.2% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.5% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.6% |
| Depression | 27.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,616/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 97 |
Crime Rates: Grant vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Grant has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 47.1°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.5 inches |
| 1% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 48.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 835 ft (255 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,710/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.3340°N, 85.8099°W |
| County FIPS | 26123 |