Median Income
$61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value
$88,600
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.0%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,063
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
17.1%
38% higher than US avg
How Holton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population640
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density354/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
B
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$21,135
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$1,408M
Commute36 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$88,600
Rent$1,063
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,853
Health
Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation910 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.0%
High School+78.8%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute36 min
Libraries4
Is Holton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Holton receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Holton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Holton is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Holton is $88,600, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,063 per month. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Holton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Holton has a population of 640 with a density of 354 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 8.8% Hispanic.
Population
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.6% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.4% |
| 82% below US avg |
The median household income in Holton is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,250 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,135 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,046 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,647 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 17.1% |
| 38% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 800 |
| County GDP | $1,408M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 46 |
| Healthcare | 69 |
| Retail | 102 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,633 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.97% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 35.6 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Holton is $88,600, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,063 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,853.
Home Values
| Census Median | $88,600 |
| 69% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $255,853 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,063 |
| 9% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,633 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.97% |
In Holton, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Holton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.9% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.1% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 8.7% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.3% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,690/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 31.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 69 |
Crime Rates: Holton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Holton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 910 ft (277 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 354/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.0753°N, 85.3847°W |
| County FIPS | 18137 |