Median Income
$57,222
24% lower than US avg
Home Value
$111,200
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
24.2%
95% higher than US avg
How Stanton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population560
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density1,556/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Economy
B
Median Income$57,222
Per Capita$31,245
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty24.2%
County GDP$332M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$111,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation1,705 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+92.7%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute26 min
Is Stanton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Stanton 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Stanton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Stanton is $57,222, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. The poverty rate of 24.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Stanton is $111,200, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Stanton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Stanton has a population of 560 with a density of 1,556 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%), with 1.6% Hispanic.
Population
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.3% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.7% |
| 43% below US avg |
The median household income in Stanton is $57,222, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,222 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,245 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,762 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,503 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 24.2% |
| 95% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 73 |
| County GDP | $332M |
Business (County)
| Healthcare | 3 |
| Retail | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.4 min |
| Work from Home | 21.8% |
The median home value in Stanton is $111,200, 61% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $111,200 |
| 61% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Stanton, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Stanton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.4% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.8% |
| Depression | 21.8% |
| Mental Distress | 16.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,686/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3 |
Crime Rates: Stanton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Stanton has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
12°F Jan (-11°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 41.8°F |
| 23% below US avg |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,705 ft (520 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,556/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.3185°N, 101.3820°W |
| County FIPS | 38065 |