Median Income
$58,088
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$260,700
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$848
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment
9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.1%
2% lower than US avg
How Oldtown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population572
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density698/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
C+
Median Income$58,088
Per Capita$23,864
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$768M
Commute23 min
Housing
A
Home Value$260,700
Rent$848
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$496,368
Health
Obesity34.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Elevation2,068 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+86.5%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute23 min
Libraries4
Is Oldtown a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Oldtown receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Oldtown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Oldtown is $58,088, 23% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Oldtown is $260,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $848 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Oldtown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Oldtown has a population of 572 with a density of 698 people per square mile. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 2.6% Hispanic.
Population
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.9% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.1% |
| 54% below US avg |
The median household income in Oldtown is $58,088, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $58,088 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,864 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,214 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,208 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.0% |
| 150% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.1% |
| 2% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 344 |
| County GDP | $768M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 23 |
| Healthcare | 20 |
| Retail | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,196 |
| 20% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.61% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.2 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |
The median home value in Oldtown is $260,700, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $848 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $496,368.
Home Values
| Census Median | $260,700 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $496,368 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $307 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 102.6% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 9 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $848 |
| 27% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,196 |
| 20% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.61% |
In Oldtown, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Oldtown vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.1% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.1% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.8% |
| Depression | 24.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.7% |
| Premature Death | 13,768/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 20 |
Crime Rates: Oldtown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Oldtown has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 46.2°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 27.5 inches |
| 28% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,068 ft (630 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 698/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.1825°N, 117.0180°W |
| County FIPS | 53051 |