Median Income
$106,500
42% higher than US avg
Home Value
$366,900
30% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
35.8%
6% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,814
56% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
27.7%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.4%
24% higher than US avg
How Queenstown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population990
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density493/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 51%
Economy
A+
Median Income$106,500
Per Capita$43,775
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$2,787M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$366,900
Rent$1,814
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$640,331
Health
Obesity27.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease4.4%
Climate
Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Elevation18 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+35.8%
High School+89.8%
School Score5.85
Community
2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%
Commute28 min
EV Stations6
Libraries2
Is Queenstown a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Queenstown receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment. Queenstown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Queenstown is $106,500, which is significantly higher than the national average — 42% above $75,149. This places Queenstown among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 15.4% 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 Queenstown is $366,900, 30% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,814 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 35.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Queenstown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Queenstown has a population of 990 with a density of 493 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.4%), with 6.4% Hispanic, 8.7% Black.
Population
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Queenstown vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 81.6% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Spanish | 18.4% |
| 37% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Queenstown vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Queenstown is $106,500, which is 42% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: Queenstown vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $106,500 |
| 42% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $43,775 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,090 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $120,149 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.4% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,596 |
| County GDP | $2,787M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 143 |
| Healthcare | 195 |
| Retail | 208 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,436 |
| 84% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.75% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.9 min |
| Work from Home | 7.2% |
The median home value in Queenstown is $366,900, 30% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,814 (56% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $640,331.
Home Values
| Census Median | $366,900 |
| 30% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $640,331 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,814 |
| 56% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,436 |
| 84% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.75% |
In Queenstown, 27.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 17.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Queenstown vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 27.7% |
| 14% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.0% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 4.6% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.2% |
| Depression | 23.4% |
| Mental Distress | 15.5% |
| Physical Distress | 10.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,049/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 71.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 195 |
Crime Rates: Queenstown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Queenstown has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
80°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 57.1°F |
| 6% above US avg |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.9 inches |
| 23% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 18 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 493/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9867°N, 76.1633°W |
| County FIPS | 24041 |