Median Income
$45,000
40% lower than US avg
Home Value
$111,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Wasta Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population77
Median Age62.9 yrs
Density405/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans59.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$45,000
Per Capita$34,025
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$8,688M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$111,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity29.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain17.7 in/yr
Elevation2,321 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+97.1%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute24 min
Broadband37.0%
Libraries6
Is Wasta a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wasta receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Wasta stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wasta is $45,000, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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 Wasta is $111,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Wasta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.7 inches, including 30.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Wasta has a population of 77 with a density of 405 people per square mile. The median age is 62.9 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 6.5% Hispanic.
Population
62.9yrs
Median Age
62% above 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 Wasta is $45,000, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $45,000 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,025 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,102 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,943 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 5,799 |
| County GDP | $8,688M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 431 |
| Healthcare | 438 |
| Retail | 590 |
| Manufacturing | 118 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,484 |
| 85% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.82% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.3 min |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |
The median home value in Wasta is $111,500, 60% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $111,500 |
| 60% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,484 |
| 85% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.82% |
In Wasta, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wasta vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.9% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.6% |
| Asthma | 9.1% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.0% |
| Depression | 19.5% |
| Mental Distress | 14.3% |
| Physical Distress | 10.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 65.8% |
| Premature Death | 10,606/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 438 |
Crime Rates: Wasta vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Wasta has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-5°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 47.8°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 17.7 inches |
| 54% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 30.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,321 ft (707 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 405/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.0695°N, 102.4464°W |
| County FIPS | 46103 |