Median Income
$56,625
25% lower than US avg
Home Value
$107,600
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$783
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.5%
72% lower than US avg
How Overton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population676
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density1,252/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
A
Median Income$56,625
Per Capita$25,425
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$1,031M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$107,600
Rent$783
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$202,972
Health
Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain23.4 in/yr
Elevation2,322 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+87.5%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute24 min
Libraries1
Is Overton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Overton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Overton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Overton is $56,625, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Overton is $107,600, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $783 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Overton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.4 inches, including 20.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Overton has a population of 676 with a density of 1,252 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%).
Population
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 81.3% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Spanish | 18.7% |
| 40% above US avg |
The median household income in Overton is $56,625, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,625 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,425 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,110 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,764 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 421 |
| County GDP | $1,031M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 31 |
| Retail | 48 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,685 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.35% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.2% |
The median home value in Overton is $107,600, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $783 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $202,972.
Home Values
| Census Median | $107,600 |
| 62% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $202,972 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $783 |
| 33% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,685 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.35% |
In Overton, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.4% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Overton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.5% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.8% |
| Asthma | 9.3% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.2% |
| Depression | 18.4% |
| Mental Distress | 15.2% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.6% |
| Premature Death | 6,340/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
Crime Rates: Overton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Overton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.7°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 23.4 inches |
| 38% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 20.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,322 ft (708 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,252/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7406°N, 99.5374°W |
| County FIPS | 31137 |