Alton, UT
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Alton Overview
331
TOTAL POPULATION
192
MALE POPULATION
139
FEMALE POPULATION
138.13
MALES / 100 FEMALES
72.40
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.6
MEDIAN AGE
6.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
5.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$10,609
PER CAPITA INCOME
$53,625
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$49,375
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
$4,073
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.36
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
71
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
35.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
Alton Zip Codes
Alton Area Codes
Race in Alton
The most populous races in Alton are White / Caucasian (252 | 76.1%), and Native / Alaskan (79 | 23.9%).
Race | # Population | % Population |
Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
Black / African American | 0 | 0.0% |
Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
Hispanic or Latino | 0 | 0.0% |
Native / Alaskan | 79 | 23.9% |
White / Caucasian | 252 | 76.1% |
Two or more Races | 0 | 0.0% |
Some other Race | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 331 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Alton
The most populous ancestries reported in Alton are English (163 | 49.2%), German (80 | 24.2%), Danish (29 | 8.8%), European (18 | 5.4%), and Scandinavian (14 | 4.2%), together accounting for 91.8% of all Alton residents.
Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
American | 2 | 0.6% |
Armenian | 9 | 2.7% |
Danish | 29 | 8.8% |
English | 163 | 49.2% |
European | 18 | 5.4% |
German | 80 | 24.2% |
Norwegian | 2 | 0.6% |
Russian | 2 | 0.6% |
Scandinavian | 14 | 4.2% |
Swedish | 13 | 3.9% | View All 10 Rows |
Immigrants in Alton
Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population | View All 0 Rows |
Sex and Age in Alton
Sex and Age in Alton
The most populous age groups in Alton are 40 to 44 Years (85 | 44.3%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (36 | 25.9%) for women.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 17 (8.8%) | 15 (10.8%) |
5 to 9 Years | 15 (7.8%) | 36 (25.9%) |
10 to 14 Years | 23 (12.0%) | 15 (10.8%) |
15 to 19 Years | 6 (3.1%) | 15 (10.8%) |
20 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (2.9%) |
25 to 29 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (1.4%) |
30 to 34 Years | 12 (6.2%) | 3 (2.2%) |
35 to 39 Years | 3 (1.6%) | 6 (4.3%) |
40 to 44 Years | 85 (44.3%) | 7 (5.0%) |
45 to 49 Years | 4 (2.1%) | 10 (7.2%) |
50 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
55 to 59 Years | 4 (2.1%) | 5 (3.6%) |
60 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (4.3%) |
65 to 69 Years | 9 (4.7%) | 5 (3.6%) |
70 to 74 Years | 6 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 to 79 Years | 4 (2.1%) | 5 (3.6%) |
80 to 84 Years | 2 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
85 Years and over | 2 (1.0%) | 5 (3.6%) |
Total | 192 (100.0%) | 139 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Alton
Median Family Size in Alton
Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
Married-Couple | 49 (100.0%) | 6.55 |
Single Male/Father | 0 (0.0%) | - |
Single Female/Mother | 0 (0.0%) | - |
Total Families | 49 (100.0%) | 6.55 |
Median Household Size in Alton
Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
Married-Couple | 49 (83.1%) | 6.55 |
Single Male/Father | 0 (0.0%) | - |
Single Female/Mother | 0 (0.0%) | - |
Non-family | 10 (17.0%) | - |
Total Households | 59 (100.0%) | 5.61 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Alton
Out of a total of 59 households in Alton, 49 (83.1%) are family households, while 10 (17.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 19, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 10.
Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
1-Person Households | - | 10 (17.0%) |
2-Person Households | 19 (32.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3-Person Households | 8 (13.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4-Person Households | 2 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5-Person Households | 4 (6.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6-Person Households | 7 (11.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
7+ Person Households | 9 (15.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 49 (83.1%) | 10 (17.0%) |
Female Fertility in Alton
Fertility by Age in Alton
Average fertility rate in Alton is 170.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 667.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 75.0% of all women with births.
Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
20 to 34 years | 6 (75.0%) | 667.0 |
35 to 50 years | 2 (25.0%) | 87.0 |
Total | 8 (100.0%) | 170.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Alton
Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 34 years | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 50 years | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Alton
Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
College or Associate's Degree | 6 (75.0%) | 286.0 |
Bachelor's Degree | 2 (25.0%) | 400.0 |
Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Total | 8 (100.0%) | 170.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Alton
Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
College or Associate's Degree | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Bachelor's Degree | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Alton
Income Overview in Alton
Per Capita Income in Alton is $10,609, while median incomes of families and households are $53,625 and $49,375 respectively.
Characteristic | Number | Measure |
Per Capita Income | 331 | $10,609 |
Median Family Income | 49 | $53,625 |
Mean Family Income | 49 | $64,084 |
Median Household Income | 59 | $49,375 |
Mean Household Income | 59 | $56,673 |
Income Deficit | 49 | $4,073 |
Wage / Income Gap (%) | 331 | 0.00% |
Wage / Income Gap ($) | 331 | 100.00¢ per $1 |
Gini / Inequality Index | 331 | 0.36 |
Earnings by Sex in Alton
Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
Male | 125 (78.1%) | $4,429 |
Female | 35 (21.9%) | $0 |
Total | 160 (100.0%) | $4,435 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Alton
The most common earnings brackets in Alton are $2,500 to $4,999 for men (81 | 64.8%) and $2,499 or less for women (15 | 42.9%).
Income | Male | Female |
$2,499 or less | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (42.9%) |
$2,500 to $4,999 | 81 (64.8%) | 3 (8.6%) |
$5,000 to $7,499 | 2 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$7,500 to $9,999 | 11 (8.8%) | 2 (5.7%) |
$10,000 to $12,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (5.7%) |
$12,500 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (17.1%) |
$15,000 to $17,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$17,500 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$22,500 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$25,000 to $29,999 | 2 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$30,000 to $34,999 | 2 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$35,000 to $39,999 | 2 (1.6%) | 1 (2.9%) |
$40,000 to $44,999 | 9 (7.2%) | 5 (14.3%) |
$45,000 to $49,999 | 2 (1.6%) | 1 (2.9%) |
$50,000 to $54,999 | 2 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$55,000 to $64,999 | 2 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$65,000 to $74,999 | 4 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$100,000+ | 6 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 125 (100.0%) | 35 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Alton
Average earnings in Alton are $4,352 for men and $10,625 for women, a difference of 59.0%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $33,125, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $33,125. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $2,499, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $2,499.
Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
Less than High School | - | - |
High School Diploma | - | - |
College or Associate's Degree | $33,125 | $0 |
Bachelor's Degree | - | - |
Graduate Degree | - | - |
Total | $4,352 | $10,625 |
Family Income in Alton
Family Income Brackets in Alton
According to the Alton family income data, there are 14 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 28.6% of all families.
Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
Less than $10,000 | 0 | 0.0% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 6 | 12.2% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 10 | 20.4% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 4 | 8.2% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 14 | 28.6% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 4 | 8.2% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 9 | 18.4% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 2 | 4.1% |
$200,000+ | 0 | 0.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Alton
7+ person families (9 | 18.4%) account for the highest median family income in Alton with $53,542 per family, while 7+ person families (9 | 18.4%) have the highest median income of $7,649 per family member.
Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
2-Person Families | 19 (38.8%) | $0 |
3-Person Families | 8 (16.3%) | $0 |
4-Person Families | 2 (4.1%) | $0 |
5-Person Families | 4 (8.2%) | $0 |
6-Person Families | 7 (14.3%) | $0 |
7+ Person Families | 9 (18.4%) | $53,542 |
Total | 49 (100.0%) | $53,625 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Alton
Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
No Earners | 3 (6.1%) | $0 |
1 Earner | 11 (22.5%) | $49,375 |
2 Earners | 31 (63.3%) | $54,375 |
3+ Earners | 4 (8.2%) | $0 |
Total | 49 (100.0%) | $53,625 |
Household Income in Alton
Household Income Brackets in Alton
With 14 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Alton, accounting for 23.7% of all households.
Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Less than $10,000 | 0 | 0.0% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 5 | 8.5% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 8 | 13.6% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 13 | 22.0% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 4 | 6.8% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 14 | 23.7% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 4 | 6.8% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 9 | 15.3% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 2 | 3.4% |
$200,000+ | 0 | 0.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Alton
The median household income in Alton is $49,375, with the highest median household income of $53,542 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 19 households (32.2%) fall into this category.
Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
15 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
25 to 44 Years | 19 (32.2%) | $53,542 |
45 to 64 Years | 19 (32.2%) | $0 |
65+ Years | 21 (35.6%) | $31,458 |
Total | 59 (100.0%) | $49,375 |
Poverty in Alton
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Alton
With 27.6% poverty level for males and 42.4% for females among the residents of Alton, 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 9 males (100.0%) and 15 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 3 (17.6%) | 15 (100.0%) |
5 Years | 9 (100.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 12 (100.0%) | 20 (58.8%) |
12 to 14 Years | 14 (82.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (71.4%) |
18 to 24 Years | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 34 Years | 4 (33.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 6 (6.8%) | 10 (76.9%) |
45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
55 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (50.0%) |
Total | 53 (27.6%) | 59 (42.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Alton
According to the poverty statistics in Alton, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 14 (82.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (41.2%) |
12 to 14 Years | 3 (17.6%) | 13 (100.0%) |
15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
16 and 17 Years | 1 (100.0%) | 2 (28.6%) |
18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
25 to 34 Years | 8 (66.7%) | 5 (100.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 82 (93.2%) | 3 (23.1%) |
45 to 54 Years | 4 (100.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
55 to 64 Years | 4 (100.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 15 (100.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
75 Years and over | 8 (100.0%) | 5 (50.0%) |
Total | 139 (72.4%) | 80 (57.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Alton
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Alton show that 22.5% or 11 of the total 49 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 88.9%, comprising of 8 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
No Children | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3 or 4 Children | 8 (72.7%) | 3 (27.3%) |
5 or more Children | 1 (11.1%) | 8 (88.9%) |
Total | 38 (77.5%) | 11 (22.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Alton
Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Alton
Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3 or 4 Children | 3 (27.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 or more Children | 8 (88.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 11 (22.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Alton
Employment by Class of Employer in Alton
Among the 71 employed individuals in Alton, private company employees (33 | 46.5%), local government employees (16 | 22.5%), and self-employed (incorporated) (11 | 15.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
Private Company Employees | 33 | 46.5% |
Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 11 | 15.5% |
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 7 | 9.9% |
Not-for-profit Organizations | 0 | 0.0% |
Local Government Employees | 16 | 22.5% |
State Government Employees | 0 | 0.0% |
Federal Government Employees | 2 | 2.8% |
Unpaid Family Workers | 2 | 2.8% |
Total | 71 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Alton
Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
16 to 19 Years | 7 (53.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 24 Years | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 29 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
30 to 34 Years | 13 (86.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 15 (14.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 7 (50.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
55 to 59 Years | 7 (77.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
60 to 64 Years | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 8 (40.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 4 (22.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 71 (35.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Alton
Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
High School Diploma | 8 (8.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
College / Associate Degree | 18 (60.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 22 (91.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 48 (32.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Alton
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Alton are Management (23 | 32.4%), Community & Social Service (10 | 14.1%), Education Instruction & Library (6 | 8.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (6 | 8.5%), and Health Technologists (6 | 8.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Alton, the most male-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (66.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Community & Social Service (60.0%), and Management (47.8%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Management | 12 (52.2%) | 11 (47.8%) |
Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Computers, Engineering & Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Community & Social Service | 4 (40.0%) | 6 (60.0%) |
Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Education Instruction & Library | 4 (66.7%) | 2 (33.3%) |
Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
Health Diagnosing & Treating | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Technologists | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 22 (56.4%) | 17 (43.6%) |
Total (Overall) | 44 (62.0%) | 27 (38.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Alton are Security & Protection (2 | 2.8%), and Firefighting & Prevention (2 | 2.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Security & Protection | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Firefighting & Prevention | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Food Preparation & Serving | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Cleaning & Maintenance | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Overall) | 44 (62.0%) | 27 (38.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Alton are Office & Administration (17 | 23.9%), and Sales & Related (4 | 5.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Sales & Related | 2 (50.0%) | 2 (50.0%) |
Office & Administration | 9 (52.9%) | 8 (47.1%) |
Total (Category) | 11 (52.4%) | 10 (47.6%) |
Total (Overall) | 44 (62.0%) | 27 (38.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Alton are , and Construction & Extraction (2 | 2.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction & Extraction | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Overall) | 44 (62.0%) | 27 (38.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Alton are Material Moving (5 | 7.0%), and Transportation (2 | 2.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Production | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Transportation | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Material Moving | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Overall) | 44 (62.0%) | 27 (38.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Alton
Employment Industries in Alton
The major employment industries in Alton include Educational Services (16 | 22.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (11 | 15.5%), Transportation & Warehousing (10 | 14.1%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (8 | 11.3%), and Retail Trade (6 | 8.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Alton
The Alton industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Public Administration (83.3%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (50.0%).
Industry | Male | Female |
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 4 (50.0%) | 4 (50.0%) |
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Manufacturing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Wholesale Trade | 2 (50.0%) | 2 (50.0%) |
Retail Trade | 5 (83.3%) | 1 (16.7%) |
Transportation & Warehousing | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Information | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Professional & Scientific | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Administrative & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Educational Services | 10 (62.5%) | 6 (37.5%) |
Health Care & Social Assistance | 8 (72.7%) | 3 (27.3%) |
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Accommodation & Food Services | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Public Administration | 1 (16.7%) | 5 (83.3%) |
Total | 44 (62.0%) | 27 (38.0%) |
Education in Alton
School Enrollment in Alton
The most common levels of schooling among the 107 students in Alton are middle school (38 | 35.5%), elementary school (27 | 25.2%), and high school (16 | 14.9%).
School Level | # Students | % Students |
Nursery / Preschool | 12 | 11.2% |
Kindergarten | 8 | 7.5% |
Elementary School | 27 | 25.2% |
Middle School | 38 | 35.5% |
High School | 16 | 14.9% |
College / Undergraduate | 0 | 0.0% |
Graduate / Professional | 6 | 5.6% |
Total | 107 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Alton
Out of a total of 107 students who are enrolled in schools in Alton, 3 (2.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 104 (97.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 3 (18.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 3 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
3 to 4 Year Olds | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 9 Year Old | 44 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
10 to 14 Year Olds | 38 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
15 to 17 Year Olds | 13 (81.2%) | 3 (18.8%) |
18 to 19 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 24 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 34 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 Years and over | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 104 (97.2%) | 3 (2.8%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Alton
Bio, nature & agricultural (9 | 23.1%), liberal arts & history (6 | 15.4%), science & technology (5 | 12.8%), education (5 | 12.8%), and computers & mathematics (4 | 10.3%) are the most common fields of study among 39 individuals in Alton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
Computers & Mathematics | 4 | 10.3% |
Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 9 | 23.1% |
Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
Psychology | 0 | 0.0% |
Social Sciences | 2 | 5.1% |
Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
Science & Technology | 5 | 12.8% |
Business | 4 | 10.3% |
Education | 5 | 12.8% |
Literature & Languages | 4 | 10.3% |
Liberal Arts & History | 6 | 15.4% |
Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
Arts & Humanities | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 39 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Alton
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Alton
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Alton are males with 4 vehicles (13, accounting for 29.5%) and females with 4 vehicles (3, making up 48.1%).
Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 Vehicle | 8 (18.2%) | 2 (7.4%) |
2 Vehicles | 11 (25.0%) | 14 (51.8%) |
3 Vehicles | 10 (22.7%) | 5 (18.5%) |
4 Vehicles | 13 (29.5%) | 3 (11.1%) |
5 or more Vehicles | 2 (4.5%) | 3 (11.1%) |
Total | 44 (100.0%) | 27 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Alton
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Alton are 45 to 59 minutes (17 commuters, 28.8%), 20 to 24 minutes (8 commuters, 13.6%), and 90 or more minutes (8 commuters, 13.6%).
Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
Less than 5 Minutes | 5 | 8.5% |
5 to 9 Minutes | 4 | 6.8% |
10 to 14 Minutes | 2 | 3.4% |
15 to 19 Minutes | 2 | 3.4% |
20 to 24 Minutes | 8 | 13.6% |
25 to 29 Minutes | 7 | 11.9% |
30 to 34 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
35 to 39 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
40 to 44 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
45 to 59 Minutes | 17 | 28.8% |
60 to 89 Minutes | 6 | 10.2% |
90 or more Minutes | 8 | 13.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Alton
The most common commute times in Alton are 45 to 59 minutes (9 commuters, 22.5%) for males and 45 to 59 minutes (8 commuters, 42.1%) for females.
Commute Time | Male | Female |
Less than 5 Minutes | 2 (5.0%) | 3 (15.8%) |
5 to 9 Minutes | 4 (10.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
10 to 14 Minutes | 2 (5.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
15 to 19 Minutes | 2 (5.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 24 Minutes | 8 (20.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 29 Minutes | 5 (12.5%) | 2 (10.5%) |
30 to 34 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
45 to 59 Minutes | 9 (22.5%) | 8 (42.1%) |
60 to 89 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (31.6%) |
90 or more Minutes | 8 (20.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Alton
The most frequent times of departure to work in Alton are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (12, 30.0%) for males and 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (6, 31.6%) for females.
Time of Departure | Male | Female |
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 4 (10.0%) | 6 (31.6%) |
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 12 (30.0%) | 3 (15.8%) |
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 4 (10.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 2 (5.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 8 (20.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 2 (5.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (31.6%) |
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 2 (5.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (10.5%) |
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 6 (15.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (10.5%) |
Total | 40 (100.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Alton
Occupancy by Ownership in Alton
Of the total 59 dwellings in Alton, owner-occupied units account for 49 (83.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 10 (17.0%).
Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Owner Occupied Housing Units | 49 | 83.1% |
Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 10 | 17.0% |
Total Occupied Housing Units | 59 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Alton
Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
1-Person Household | 10 | 17.0% |
2-Person Household | 19 | 32.2% |
3-Person Household | 8 | 13.6% |
4+ Person Household | 22 | 37.3% |
Total Housing Units | 59 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Alton
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1-Person Household | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
2-Person Household | 18 (94.7%) | 1 (5.3%) |
3-Person Household | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4+ Person Household | 13 (59.1%) | 9 (40.9%) |
Total Housing Units | 49 (83.1%) | 10 (17.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Alton
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
High School Diploma | 17 (89.5%) | 2 (10.5%) |
College/Associate Degree | 13 (72.2%) | 5 (27.8%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 19 (86.4%) | 3 (13.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Alton
Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Under 35 Years | 7 | 11.9% |
35 to 44 Years | 12 | 20.3% |
45 to 54 Years | 8 | 13.6% |
55 to 64 Years | 11 | 18.6% |
65 to 74 Years | 7 | 11.9% |
75 to 84 Years | 9 | 15.2% |
85 Years and Over | 5 | 8.5% |
Total | 59 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Alton
Median Income by Occupancy in Alton
Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
Owner-Occupied | 49 (83.1%) | $52,875 |
Renter-Occupied | 10 (17.0%) | $0 |
Average | 59 (100.0%) | $49,375 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Alton
Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 5 (10.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$15,000 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$20,000 to $24,999 | 8 (16.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 8 (16.3%) | 5 (50.0%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 2 (4.1%) | 2 (20.0%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 14 (28.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 3 (6.1%) | 1 (10.0%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 9 (18.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$150,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (20.0%) |
Total | 49 (100.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Alton
Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $300 | 5 (10.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$300 to $499 | 17 (34.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$500 to $799 | 8 (16.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$800 to $999 | 5 (10.2%) | 4 (40.0%) |
$1,000 to $1,499 | 2 (4.1%) | 3 (30.0%) |
$1,500 to $1,999 | 6 (12.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$2,000 to $2,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$3,000 or more | 6 (12.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 49 (100.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Alton
Housing Structures in Alton
Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Single Unit, Detached | 58 | 98.3% |
Single Unit, Attached | 0 | 0.0% |
2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
10 or more Apartments | 1 | 1.7% |
Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 59 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Alton
Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Single Unit, Detached | 49 (84.5%) | 9 (15.5%) |
Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 49 (83.1%) | 10 (17.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Alton
Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
2 or 3 Rooms | 2 (4.1%) | 1 (10.0%) |
4 or 5 Rooms | 5 (10.2%) | 2 (20.0%) |
6 or 7 Rooms | 13 (26.5%) | 4 (40.0%) |
8 or more Rooms | 29 (59.2%) | 3 (30.0%) |
Total | 49 (100.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Alton
Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Utility Gas | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 3 (6.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Electricity | 16 (32.7%) | 5 (50.0%) |
Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
All other Fuels | 30 (61.2%) | 5 (50.0%) |
No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 49 (100.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Alton
Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
No Vehicle | 5 (10.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 Vehicle | 6 (12.2%) | 5 (50.0%) |
2 Vehicles | 12 (24.5%) | 2 (20.0%) |
3 or more Vehicles | 26 (53.1%) | 3 (30.0%) |
Total | 49 (100.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Alton
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Alton
Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Housing Units | 30 | 19 |
Median Property Value | $372,700 | $270,800 |
Median Household Income | - | - |
Monthly Housing Costs | $413 | $6 |
Real Estate Taxes | $1,417 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Alton
Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $50,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$50,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$100,000 to $299,999 | 7 (23.3%) | 13 (68.4%) |
$300,000 to $499,999 | 21 (70.0%) | 6 (31.6%) |
$500,000 to $749,999 | 2 (6.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 30 (100.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Alton
Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$10,000 to $24,999 | 13 (43.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 5 (16.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 2 (6.7%) | 3 (15.8%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 1 (3.3%) | 14 (73.7%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 9 (30.0%) | 2 (10.5%) |
$150,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 30 (100.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Alton
Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than 2.0x | 2 (6.7%) | 54,125 (284,868.4%) |
2.0x to 2.9x | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (10.5%) |
3.0x to 3.9x | 10 (33.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4.0x or more | 18 (60.0%) | 4 (21.0%) |
Total | 30 (100.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Alton
Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $800 | 3 (10.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 14 (46.7%) | 7 (36.8%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 13 (43.3%) | 2 (10.5%) |
Total | 30 (100.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Alton
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Alton
Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under 6 Years | 45 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 18 Years | 95 (97.9%) | 2 (2.1%) |
19 to 25 Years | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
26 to 34 Years | 15 (88.2%) | 2 (11.8%) |
35 to 44 Years | 101 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 10 (71.4%) | 4 (28.6%) |
55 to 64 Years | 7 (46.7%) | 8 (53.3%) |
65 to 74 Years | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and older | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 315 (95.2%) | 16 (4.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Alton
Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Native Born | 45 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Foreign Born, Citizen | 95 (97.9%) | 2 (2.1%) |
Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Alton
Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under $25,000 | 13 (68.4%) | 6 (31.6%) |
$25,000 to $49,999 | 68 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 96 (92.3%) | 8 (7.7%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$100,000 and over | 120 (98.4%) | 2 (1.6%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Alton
Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
Under 6 | 10 (22.2%) | 35 (77.8%) |
6 to 18 Years | 21 (21.6%) | 88 (90.7%) |
19 to 25 Years | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 34 Years | 2 (11.8%) | 15 (88.2%) |
35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 101 (100.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 3 (21.4%) | 7 (50.0%) |
55 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (46.7%) |
65 to 74 Years | 20 (100.0%) | 7 (35.0%) |
75 Years and over | 18 (100.0%) | 11 (61.1%) |
Total | 78 (23.6%) | 271 (81.9%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Alton
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 3 (7.7%) | 7 (10.6%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (8.8%) |
65 to 74 Years | 3 (20.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (50.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Alton
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 3 (20.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 3 (7.7%) | 7 (10.6%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (10.6%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (8.8%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (50.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (10.6%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (8.8%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Alton
Computing Device Access in Alton
Device Type | # Households | % Households |
Desktop or Laptop | 53 | 89.8% |
Smartphone | 45 | 76.3% |
Tablet | 41 | 69.5% |
No Computing Device | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 59 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Alton
Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
Broadband Home | 39 | 66.1% |
Cellular Data Only | 13 | 22.0% |
Satellite Internet | 9 | 15.2% |
No Internet | 5 | 8.5% |
Total | 59 | 100.0% |
Alton Summary
Alton is a small town located in the southwestern corner of Utah, in the United States. It is situated in the extreme southwestern corner of Washington County, and is bordered by the Arizona state line to the south, and the Nevada state line to the west. The town is located in the high desert region of the Colorado Plateau, and is surrounded by the red rock formations of the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. The town is situated at an elevation of 4,400 feet, and has a population of approximately 1,000 people.
Geography
Alton is located in the extreme southwestern corner of Utah, in the United States. It is situated in the extreme southwestern corner of Washington County, and is bordered by the Arizona state line to the south, and the Nevada state line to the west. The town is located in the high desert region of the Colorado Plateau, and is surrounded by the red rock formations of the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. The town is situated at an elevation of 4,400 feet, and has a population of approximately 1,000 people.
The town is located in a semi-arid climate, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is approximately 60 degrees Fahrenheit, with an average high of 90 degrees in the summer and an average low of 30 degrees in the winter. The average annual precipitation is approximately 8 inches, with most of the precipitation occurring in the winter months.
The town is located in a rural area, and is surrounded by open desert and red rock formations. The nearest major city is St. George, which is located approximately 40 miles to the east. The nearest airport is located in St. George, and the nearest major highway is Interstate 15, which is located approximately 30 miles to the east.
History
Alton was founded in 1876 by a group of Mormon settlers from nearby St. George. The town was originally named “Altonah”, after the nearby Altonah Springs. The town was later renamed “Alton”, and was incorporated in 1891.
The town was originally a farming community, and the main crops grown were wheat, corn, and alfalfa. The town also had a small mining industry, and the nearby Altonah Mine was one of the largest producers of copper in the state.
In the early 1900s, the town began to experience a population decline, as many of the residents moved away to larger cities. The population of the town continued to decline until the 1950s, when the town began to experience a resurgence in population growth.
Economy
Alton’s economy is largely based on tourism and agriculture. The town is home to several tourist attractions, including the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, which is located just outside of town. The monument is a popular destination for hikers, campers, and other outdoor enthusiasts.
The town is also home to several farms and ranches, which produce a variety of crops, including wheat, corn, alfalfa, and hay. The town also has a small mining industry, and the nearby Altonah Mine is one of the largest producers of copper in the state.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Alton was 1,000 people. The racial makeup of the town was 95.2% White, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.1% from other races, and 3.7% from two or more races. The median household income was $37,500, and the median family income was $41,250. The per capita income was $17,500.
Conclusion
Alton is a small town located in the southwestern corner of Utah, in the United States. It is situated in the extreme southwestern corner of Washington County, and is bordered by the Arizona state line to the south, and the Nevada state line to the west. The town is located in the high desert region of the Colorado Plateau, and is surrounded by the red rock formations of the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. The town is situated at an elevation of 4,400 feet, and has a population of approximately 1,000 people. The town’s economy is largely based on tourism and agriculture, and the town is home to several tourist attractions, including the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. The racial makeup of the town is 95.2% White, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.1% from other races, and 3.7% from two or more races. The median household income was $37,500, and the median family income was $41,250. The per capita income was $17,500.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Alton?
Total Population of Alton is 331.
What is the Total Male Population of Alton?
Total Male Population of Alton is 192.
What is the Total Female Population of Alton?
Total Female Population of Alton is 139.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Alton?
There are 138.13 Males per 100 Females in Alton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Alton?
There are 72.40 Females per 100 Males in Alton.
What is the Median Population Age in Alton?
Median Population Age in Alton is 36.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Alton
Average Family Size in Alton is 6.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Alton
Average Household Size in Alton is 5.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Alton?
Per Capita income in Alton is $10,609.
What is the Median Family Income in Alton?
Median Family Income in Alton is $53,625.
What is the Median Household income in Alton?
Median Household Income in Alton is $49,375.
What is Family Income Deficit in Alton?
Family Income Deficit in Alton is $4,073.
Families that are below poverty line in Alton earn $4,073 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Alton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Alton is 0.36.
How Large is the Labor Force in Alton?
There are 71 People in the Labor Forcein in Alton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Alton?
35.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Alton.