Median Income
$36,607
51% lower than US avg
Home Value
$39,700
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$727
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
33.9%
173% higher than US avg
How Stratton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population249
Median Age45.1 yrs
Density461/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans9.8%
Economy
D
Median Income$36,607
Per Capita$34,818
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty33.9%
County GDP$1,249M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$39,700
Rent$727
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden12.5%
Health
Obesity41.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation695 ft (212 m)
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute22 min
Broadband85.5%
Libraries3
Is Stratton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Stratton receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Stratton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Stratton is $36,607, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 33.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Stratton is $39,700, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $727 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% 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 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Stratton has a population of 249 with a density of 461 people per square mile. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 2% Black.
Population
45.1yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
The median household income in Stratton is $36,607, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $36,607 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,818 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,009 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,766 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.0% |
| 94% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 33.9% |
| 173% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 901 |
| County GDP | $1,249M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 68 |
| Healthcare | 72 |
| Retail | 90 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,384 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.01% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Stratton is $39,700, 86% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $727 (37% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $39,700 |
| 86% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $727 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 12.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,384 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.01% |
In Stratton, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.7% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Stratton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.9% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.9% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.0% |
| Depression | 29.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 12,479/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 72 |
Stratton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.9°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.7 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 695 ft (212 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 461/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.5254°N, 80.6314°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County FIPS | 54029 |