Median Income
$45,375
40% lower than US avg
Home Value
$81,700
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.6%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$688
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
17.0%
37% higher than US avg
How Milton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population345
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density1,278/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans5.9%
Economy
B
Median Income$45,375
Per Capita$25,976
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty17.0%
County GDP$3,815M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$81,700
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$203,968
Rent Burden26.8%
Health
Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation934 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.6%
High School+92.6%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute30 min
Broadband91.2%
Libraries5
Is Milton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Milton receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Milton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Milton is $45,375, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 17.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Milton is $81,700, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Milton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Milton has a population of 345 with a density of 1,278 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%).
Population
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.6% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
The median household income in Milton is $45,375, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $45,375 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,976 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $982 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,764 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 17.0% |
| 37% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,496 |
| County GDP | $3,815M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 143 |
| Healthcare | 193 |
| Retail | 250 |
| Manufacturing | 101 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,084 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.77% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.6% |
The median home value in Milton is $81,700, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $203,968.
Home Values
| Census Median | $81,700 |
| 71% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $203,968 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $22 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 92.7% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $688 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 26.8% |
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) | $3,084 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.77% |
In Milton, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.3% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Milton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.4% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.9% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 9.2% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.7% |
| Depression | 29.3% |
| Mental Distress | 21.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Premature Death | 12,656/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 193 |
Crime Rates: Milton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Milton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.8°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 934 ft (285 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,278/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7865°N, 85.1562°W |
| County FIPS | 18177 |