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Ashton, ID


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Ashton, Idaho

Ashton, Idaho, in Fremont county, is 51 miles NE of Idaho Falls, Idaho (center to center) and 447 miles NW of Denver, Colorado. The city contains a population of approximately 1,129.

The People and Families of Ashton

In Ashton, about 63% of adults are married. Ashton has a large-family feeling. There are plenty of young children in the city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Ashton had a median family income of $35,515.

Political Inclinations

Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in Ashton.

Ashton Housing

Ashton has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 86% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. The city sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use.

Commuting

In Ashton, 88% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung Ashton -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there.

High Points

Ashton strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Idaho):

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Ashton Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Ashton, ID

Comparing Ashton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Idaho (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old97
Racial Diversity88
Senior Citizens78
Female Share of the Population69
Male Share of the Population52
Well-Paid Single Men46
Well-Paid Single Women36
Age of the Population25

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size97
Portion of People Married87

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults66
Median Family Income35
People Above Poverty22
People in Middle Class or Better23

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work109
Short Commute Times86
Working at Home75
Public Transportation Use33

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing99
Affordability of Property Taxes67
People Living Alone68
Affordability of Rents56
Housing Recently Built42
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals33
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