Median Income
$57,656
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$158,500
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.2%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.0%
44% lower than US avg
How Stratton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population729
Median Age34.1 yrs
Density1,429/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Economy
A
Median Income$57,656
Per Capita$35,240
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$651M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$158,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$215,910
Rent Burden41.9%
Health
Obesity29.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain18.8 in/yr
Elevation4,413 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+86.2%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute20 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3
Is Stratton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Stratton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Stratton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Stratton is $57,656, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Stratton is $158,500, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Stratton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.8 inches, including 33.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Stratton has a population of 729 with a density of 1,429 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.5%), with 6.9% Hispanic.
Population
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.4% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.6% |
| 36% below US avg |
The median household income in Stratton is $57,656, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,656 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,240 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $914 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,753 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 333 |
| County GDP | $651M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Healthcare | 26 |
| Retail | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,800 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.14% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.8 min |
| Work from Home | 5.0% |
The median home value in Stratton is $158,500, 44% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $215,910.
Home Values
| Census Median | $158,500 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $215,910 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,800 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.14% |
In Stratton, 29.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Stratton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.2% |
| 9% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.5% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.1% |
| Depression | 25.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.0% |
| Premature Death | 10,204/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 26 |
Crime Rates: Stratton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Stratton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 18.8 inches |
| 51% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 33.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,413 ft (1,345 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,429/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.3029°N, 102.6035°W |
| County FIPS | 08063 |