Home Value
$167,900
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.0%
44% lower than US avg
How Prospect Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population488
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density330/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,400
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$576M
Commute18 min
Housing
Home Value$167,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.8%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain60.9 in/yr
Elevation191 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+79.3%
School Score4.48
Community
2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute18 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries6
Is Prospect a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Prospect receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Prospect has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Prospect is $167,900, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Prospect enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Prospect has a population of 488 with a density of 330 people per square mile. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%).
Population
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% 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 Prospect is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $25,400 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,069 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,413 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 293 |
| County GDP | $576M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Healthcare | 23 |
| Retail | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,127 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.27% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.6 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Prospect is $167,900, 40% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $167,900 |
| 40% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,127 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.27% |
In Prospect, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.8% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Prospect vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.8% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.6% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 9.7% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.0% |
| Depression | 32.8% |
| Mental Distress | 23.2% |
| Physical Distress | 16.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 41.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.4% |
| Premature Death | 11,307/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 23 |
Crime Rates: Prospect vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Prospect has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
49°F Jan (9°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 66.6°F |
| 23% above US avg |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 60.9 inches |
| 60% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 191 ft (58 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 330/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.4464°N, 92.4964°W |
| County FIPS | 22043 |