Median Income
$52,917
30% lower than US avg
Home Value
$36,800
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
3.5%
90% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.3%
15% higher than US avg
How Sanostee Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population259
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density57/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$52,917
Per Capita$19,482
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$7,043M
Commute47 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$36,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease9.8%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI37 (Good)
Elevation5,910 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+3.5%
High School+74.8%
School Score4.65
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute47 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries3
Is Sanostee a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sanostee receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Sanostee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sanostee is $52,917, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sanostee is $36,800, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Sanostee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Sanostee has a population of 259 with a density of 57 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%), with 97.3% Asian.
Population
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 23.5% |
| 70% below US avg |
| Spanish | 76.5% |
| 471% above US avg |
The median household income in Sanostee is $52,917, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,917 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $19,482 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,077 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,852 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.3% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,087 |
| County GDP | $7,043M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 230 |
| Healthcare | 294 |
| Retail | 417 |
| Manufacturing | 66 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,974 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 8.08% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 47.1 min |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |
The median home value in Sanostee is $36,800, 87% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $36,800 |
| 87% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,974 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 8.08% |
In Sanostee, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 32.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sanostee vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.9% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 18.6% |
| Heart Disease | 9.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.2% |
| Asthma | 14.3% |
| COPD | 11.7% |
| Stroke | 6.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.8% |
| Depression | 24.3% |
| Mental Distress | 24.2% |
| Physical Distress | 23.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 74.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.3% |
| Premature Death | 18,277/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 50.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 294 |
Crime Rates: Sanostee vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Sanostee has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.1°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,910 ft (1,801 m) |
| Area | 4.5 sq mi (11.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 57/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.4305°N, 108.8630°W |
| County FIPS | 35045 |