Median Income
$30,500
59% lower than US avg
Home Value
$147,500
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$586
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment
6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
29.0%
134% higher than US avg
How Preston Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population348
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density464/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans2.5%
Economy
D
Median Income$30,500
Per Capita$14,313
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty29.0%
Commute30 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$147,500
Rent$586
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$200,639
Rent Burden18.0%
Health
Obesity42.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease7.5%
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.51
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute30 min
Broadband73.4%
Is Preston a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Preston receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Preston has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Preston is $30,500, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 29.0% 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 Preston is $147,500, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $586 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Preston has a population of 348 with a density of 464 people per square mile. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%), with 5.7% Hispanic.
Population
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.7% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.3% |
| 83% below US avg |
The median household income in Preston is $30,500, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $30,500 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $14,313 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.6% |
| 83% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 29.0% |
| 134% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 61.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.9% |
The median home value in Preston is $147,500, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $586 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $200,639.
Home Values
| Census Median | $147,500 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $200,639 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $586 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 18.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $732 |
| 1 Bedroom | $775 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $970 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,265 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,457 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Preston, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.9% report depression. 35.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Preston vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.6% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.4% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 11.1% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.4% |
| Depression | 29.9% |
| Mental Distress | 22.9% |
| Physical Distress | 17.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.0% |
Food & Exercise