Median Income
$60,625
19% lower than US avg
Home Value
$90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,326
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.6%
71% lower than US avg
How Walton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population293
Median Age29.2 yrs
Density945/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A
Median Income$60,625
Per Capita$28,199
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$1,762M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$1,326
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$179,790
Rent Burden27.3%
Health
Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Elevation1,532 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute24 min
Libraries6
Is Walton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Walton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Walton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Walton is $60,625, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Walton is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,326 per month. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Walton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches, including 8.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Walton has a population of 293 with a density of 945 people per square mile. The median age is 29.2 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 3.4% Hispanic.
Population
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Walton is $60,625, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,625 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,199 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $922 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,187 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.6% |
| 71% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 849 |
| County GDP | $1,762M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 66 |
| Healthcare | 127 |
| Retail | 88 |
| Manufacturing | 55 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,330 |
| 24% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.81% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.2 min |
| Work from Home | 6.6% |
The median home value in Walton is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,326 (14% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,790.
Home Values
| Census Median | $90,000 |
| 68% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $179,790 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,326 |
| 14% above US avg |
| Rent Burden | 27.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,330 |
| 24% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.81% |
In Walton, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Walton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.2% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.6% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.3% |
| Depression | 21.4% |
| Mental Distress | 16.1% |
| Physical Distress | 10.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,762/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 127 |
Crime Rates: Walton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Walton has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 56.2°F |
| 4% above US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 33.8 inches |
| 11% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 8.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,532 ft (467 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 945/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1187°N, 97.2583°W |
| County FIPS | 20079 |