Median Income
$64,479
14% lower than US avg
Home Value
$106,400
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$564
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.3%
7% higher than US avg
How Stanhope Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population515
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density526/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans5.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$64,479
Per Capita$33,998
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$1,116M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$106,400
Rent$564
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,430
Rent Burden21.7%
Health
Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Elevation1,119 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+96.7%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute29 min
Broadband86.5%
Libraries6
Is Stanhope a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Stanhope receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Stanhope offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Stanhope is $64,479, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Stanhope is $106,400, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $564 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Stanhope experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 32.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Stanhope has a population of 515 with a density of 526 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%).
Population
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
The median household income in Stanhope is $64,479, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $64,479 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,998 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,018 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,752 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.3% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 487 |
| County GDP | $1,116M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Healthcare | 28 |
| Retail | 47 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,538 |
| 30% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.27% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |
The median home value in Stanhope is $106,400, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $564 (52% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,430.
Home Values
| Census Median | $106,400 |
| 62% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $165,430 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $564 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 21.7% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,538 |
| 30% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.27% |
In Stanhope, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Stanhope vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.2% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.9% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.1% |
| Depression | 22.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.8% |
| Premature Death | 7,954/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 28 |
Crime Rates: Stanhope vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Stanhope has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-9°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 46.1°F |
| 15% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.2 inches |
| 2% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 32.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,119 ft (341 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 526/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2889°N, 93.7960°W |
| County FIPS | 19079 |