Home Value
$86,800
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
29.1%
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.6%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
20.6%
66% higher than US avg
How Prospect Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population850
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density216/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$32,284
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty20.6%
County GDP$5,045M
Commute28 min
Housing
Home Value$86,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity45.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease7.6%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Elevation188 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+29.1%
High School+93.5%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute28 min
Libraries7
Is Prospect a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Prospect receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Prospect offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Prospect is $86,800, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Prospect enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Prospect has a population of 850 with a density of 216 people per square mile. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (94.8%), with 2.2% White, 2.9% Black.
Population
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.4% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.6% |
| 81% below US avg |
The median household income in Prospect is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $32,284 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $884 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $45,814 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 20.6% |
| 66% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,176 |
| County GDP | $5,045M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 189 |
| Healthcare | 289 |
| Retail | 381 |
| Manufacturing | 58 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,882 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.32% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.1 min |
| Work from Home | 6.6% |
The median home value in Prospect is $86,800, 69% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $86,800 |
| 69% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,882 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.32% |
In Prospect, 45.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Prospect vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.6% |
| 42% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.6% |
| Heart Disease | 7.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.3% |
| Asthma | 14.3% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 4.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.7% |
| Depression | 23.9% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 16.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.9% |
| Premature Death | 18,938/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 289 |
Crime Rates: Prospect vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 59 |
Safety Score
Prospect has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 63.4°F |
| 17% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.2 inches |
| 6% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 188 ft (57 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 216/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.7358°N, 79.2252°W |
| County FIPS | 37155 |