Home Value $837,500

197% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 54.9%

63% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.8%

8% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 48.1%

288% higher than US avg

How Houlton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population106

Median Age63.1 yrs

Density73/mi²

Male / Female38% / 62%

Largest GroupWhite 77%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$56,342

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty48.1%

County GDP$17,078M

Commute45 min

Housing

Home Value$837,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$531,813

Housing Units44

Rent Burden29.5%

Health

Obesity34.8%

Uninsured5.8%

Smoking11.2%

Depression24.2%

Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain35.1 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation871 ft (265 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+54.9%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%

Commute45 min

Broadband51.0%

Libraries9

Is Houlton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Houlton receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Houlton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 48.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Houlton is $837,500, making it a premium housing market at 197% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Houlton is a highly educated community — 54.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Houlton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Houlton has a population of 106 with a density of 73 people per square mile. The median age is 63.1 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.4%).

Population

106

Total Population

People / sq mi

63.1yrs

Median Age

62% above US avg

1.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.7%

Female 62.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Houlton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Houlton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Houlton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 48.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Houlton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$56,342
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,167
IRS Avg AGI	$112,241

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	48.1%
	288% above US avg
Establishments (County)	7,011
County GDP	$17,078M

Business (County)

Restaurants	458
Healthcare	845
Retail	692
Manufacturing	215

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,819
	66% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	0.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	44.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Houlton is $837,500, 197% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $531,813.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$837,500
	197% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$531,813

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	29.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$797
1 Bedroom	$872
2 Bedrooms	$1,097
3 Bedrooms	$1,405
4 Bedrooms	$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	44
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,819
	66% above US avg
Effective Rate	0.69%

In Houlton, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 11.2% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Houlton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.8%
	8% above US avg
Diabetes	7.6%
Heart Disease	4.7%
High Blood Pressure	27.2%
Asthma	10.9%
COPD	4.4%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.2%
	20% below US avg
Binge Drinking	22.3%
Physical Inactivity	21.2%
Depression	24.2%
Mental Distress	15.6%
Physical Distress	10.5%
Short Sleep	30.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	5.8%
	33% below US avg
Primary Care	1:959
Dentists	1:1,295
Mental Health	1:296
Checkup Rate	74.5%
Dental Visits	75.3%
Premature Death	4,820/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.5/10
Exercise Access	94.6%
Healthcare Facilities	845

Houlton has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.1 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	48.4°F
	10% below US avg
January Average	18°F (-8°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	35.1 inches
	8% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	871 ft (265 m)
Area	1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density	73/sq mi
Coordinates	45.0659°N, 92.7885°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	27163

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 54.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 8.9-point margin. 51.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.6%

D 53.5%

Winner: Democrat by 8.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	54.9%
	63% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.81

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	73/sq mi
Total Area	1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	51.0%
Public Libraries	9
Healthcare Facilities	845
Restaurants	458
Retail Stores	692

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	44.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Houlton, WI

How Houlton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Houlton a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Houlton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Houlton vs U.S. Average

Income: Houlton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Houlton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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