What are the schools like in Altha, FL?

Altha is served primarily by CALHOUN. The district operates 2 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.8:1.

What is the median household income in Altha?

The median household income in Altha, FL is $29,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Altha, FL?

Altha has an average high temperature of 62.9°F in January and 92.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.7 inches.

Altha, FL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Altha, FL affordable or expensive?

Altha's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Altha is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $84,500 and the median rent is $939 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Altha, FL?

Crime rate data for Altha is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Altha, FL a Good Place to Live?

Altha is a small town of 525 in Florida, with a median household income of $29,250 . Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Altha stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Altha is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Altha city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 94.2

Altha's overall cost of living index is 94.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Altha costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Altha, FL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$84,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$939	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	54.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$29,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Altha is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Altha is served primarily by CALHOUN. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Altha, FL	National Avg
School District	CALHOUN	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	77.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Altha sees average highs of 62.9°F in January and 92.4°F in July, with 64.7 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Altha, FL
Average High — January	62.9°F
Average High — July	92.4°F
Annual Precipitation	64.7"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Altha, FL	National Avg
Population	525	—
Median Age	38.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	19.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	86.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	30.9%	22.2%
65 and over	14.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Blountstown, FL 10 mi Grand Ridge, FL 11 mi Bristol, FL 14 mi Lake Mystic, FL 15 mi Marianna, FL 15 mi

ZIP Codes in Altha

Altha, FL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

32421

Altha vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Altha, FL affordable or expensive?

Altha's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Altha roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $84,500 and median rent is $939/month.

What is the crime rate in Altha, FL?

Crime data for Altha is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Altha?

Public schools in Altha are operated by CALHOUN. The district has 2 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.8:1. 13.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Altha, FL a good place to live?

Altha, FL has a population of 525, a median household income of $29,250, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Altha?

Altha averages 62.9°F in January and 92.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 64.7 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Altha?

Altha, FL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 32421.

What is the population of Altha?

The population of Altha, Florida is 525 with a median age of 38.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Altha?

Key numbers for living in Altha: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $84,500, median household income $29,250, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Altha side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.