Median Income
$39,808
47% lower than US avg
Home Value
$309,000
10% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$744
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.6%
2% higher than US avg
How Prospect Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population724
Median Age56.6 yrs
Density207/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Economy
B
Median Income$39,808
Per Capita$21,433
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty12.6%
County GDP$13,469M
Commute37 min
Housing
C
Home Value$309,000
Rent$744
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$330,071
Health
Obesity34.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp38°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain66.8 in/yr
Elevation2,616 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 52% / D 45%
Commute37 min
Libraries15
Is Prospect a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Prospect receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Prospect has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Prospect is $39,808, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Prospect is $309,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $744 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Education
14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Prospect has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 66.8 inches, including 463.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Prospect has a population of 724 with a density of 207 people per square mile. The median age is 56.6 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.2%), with 20.7% Hispanic.
Population
56.6yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.5% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
| 81% below US avg |
The median household income in Prospect is $39,808, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $39,808 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,433 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,113 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,809 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.6% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 8,355 |
| County GDP | $13,469M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 644 |
| Healthcare | 808 |
| Retail | 855 |
| Manufacturing | 283 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,865 |
| 39% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.57% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 37.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.1% |
The median home value in Prospect is $309,000, 10% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $744 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $330,071.
Home Values
| Census Median | $309,000 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $330,071 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $744 |
| 36% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,865 |
| 39% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.57% |
In Prospect, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.3% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Prospect vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.5% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 13.2% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.7% |
| Depression | 30.3% |
| Mental Distress | 22.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,096/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 808 |
Crime Rates: Prospect vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 30 |
| FEMA Disasters | 273 |
Safety Score
Prospect has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation is 66.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
55°F Jul (13°C)
| Annual Average | 37.9°F |
| 30% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 66.8 inches |
| 76% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 463.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,616 ft (797 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 207/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.7547°N, 122.4711°W |
| County FIPS | 41029 |