Median Income
$45,625
39% lower than US avg
Home Value
$167,000
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.2%
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.4%
16% lower than US avg
How Mountain Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population253
Median Age60.9 yrs
Density38/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans14.2%
Economy
B+
Median Income$45,625
Per Capita$34,813
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$430M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$167,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$254,608
Health
Obesity43.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Elevation969 ft (295 m)
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.2%
High School+85.2%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute22 min
Broadband74.1%
Libraries3
Is Mountain a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mountain receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mountain offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Mountain is $45,625, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mountain is $167,000, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Mountain has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches, including 61.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Mountain has a population of 253 with a density of 38 people per square mile. The median age is 60.9 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.4%), with 2% Hispanic.
Population
60.9yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.0% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.0% |
| 40% below US avg |
The median household income in Mountain is $45,625, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $45,625 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,813 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $876 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,011 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.4% |
| 16% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 301 |
| County GDP | $430M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 30 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,967 |
| 13% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.38% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 20.7% |
The median home value in Mountain is $167,000, 41% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,608.
Home Values
| Census Median | $167,000 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $254,608 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $166 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,967 |
| 13% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.38% |
In Mountain, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mountain vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.2% |
| 35% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.1% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.0% |
| Depression | 26.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 11,728/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
Mountain has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-10°C)
67°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 41.5°F |
| 23% below US avg |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 32.8 inches |
| 14% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 61.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 969 ft (295 m) |
| Area | 6.7 sq mi (17.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 38/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.1864°N, 88.4681°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 55041 |