Median Income
$82,000
9% higher than US avg
Home Value
$230,000
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,100
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment
16.1%
347% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.8%
11% higher than US avg
How Valleyview Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,673
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density472/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Economy
B
Median Income$82,000
Per Capita$55,500
Unemployment16.1%
Poverty13.8%
Commute18 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$230,000
Rent$1,100
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units660
Rent Burden21.4%
Climate
Avg TempN/A
AQIN/A
Elevation2,267 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+28.0%
Graduate+3.3%
Is Valleyview a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Valleyview receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Valleyview offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Valleyview is $82,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 16.1%, unemployment is notably high. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Valleyview is $230,000, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.0% have completed high school.
Valleyview has a population of 1,673 with a density of 472 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.4%), with 10.9% Asian.
Population
1,673
Total Population
2021 Census
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Valleyview vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 85.4% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.1% |
| 84% below US avg |
| Other Languages | 12.5% |
Social Characteristics
Valleyview vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Valleyview is $82,000, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.
Income: Valleyview vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $82,000 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $55,500 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 16.1% |
| 347% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.8% |
| 11% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |
The median home value in Valleyview is $230,000, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $230,000 |
| 18% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,100 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 21.4% |
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 68.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 31.1% |
| Housing Units | 660 |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Valleyview vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Valleyview vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Geography
| Elevation | 2,267 ft (691 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 472/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.0667°N, 117.2859°W |
| Timezone | America/Edmonton |