Median Income
$33,750
55% lower than US avg
Home Value
$225,000
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
18.5%
49% higher than US avg
How Milton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population159
Median Age55.3 yrs
Density408/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans9.0%
Economy
B
Median Income$33,750
Per Capita$57,591
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.5%
Commute35 min
Housing
C+
Home Value$225,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$153,678
Health
Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Elevation435 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+91.0%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute35 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries2
Is Milton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Milton receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Milton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Milton is $33,750, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Milton is $225,000, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 6.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Milton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches, including 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Milton has a population of 159 with a density of 408 people per square mile. The median age is 55.3 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.3%), with 32.7% Black.
Population
55.3yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Milton is $33,750, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $33,750 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $57,591 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $960 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $48,497 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 18.5% |
| 49% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,831 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 154 |
| Healthcare | 180 |
| Retail | 279 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,464 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.10% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 35.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 46.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.7% |
The median home value in Milton is $225,000, 20% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $153,678.
Home Values
| Census Median | $225,000 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $153,678 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,464 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.10% |
In Milton, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Milton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.4% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.8% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.2% |
| Depression | 26.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.9% |
| Premature Death | 17,833/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 180 |
Crime Rates: Milton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Milton has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.7 inches |
| 15% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 7.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 435 ft (133 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 408/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.5377°N, 79.2079°W |
| County FIPS | 51590 |