Hanksville, UT

Utah

Hanksville is a small town in Utah with a population of 203. Residents earn $37,614 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
203 Population 120/sq mi density
$37,614 Median Income $19,115 per capita
$97,300 Home Value
$1,045 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$37,614 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,300 home value, $1,045/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,614
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,300
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,045
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Hanksville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population203
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density120/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

B+
Median Income$37,614
Per Capita$19,115
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$160M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,300
Rent$1,045
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain6.2 in/yr
Elevation4,304 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute30 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries5

Is Hanksville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hanksville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hanksville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hanksville is $37,614, 50% 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 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hanksville is $97,300, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,045 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hanksville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 6.2 inches, including 7.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hanksville has a population of 203 with a density of 120 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.2%), with 15.8% Hispanic.

Population

203
Total Population
120
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hanksville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hanksville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hanksville is $37,614, which is 50% 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 30 minutes.

Income: Hanksville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,614
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,115
Avg Weekly Wage$833
IRS Avg AGI$65,060

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)158
County GDP$160M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare3
Retail19
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,188
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Hanksville is $97,300, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,045 (10% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,300
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,045
10% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$981
1 Bedroom$1,082
2 Bedrooms$1,313
3 Bedrooms$1,746
4 Bedrooms$2,105

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,188
9% below US avg
Effective Rate3.28%
In Hanksville, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hanksville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.4%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Checkup Rate70.4%
Premature Death10,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access28.4%
Healthcare Facilities3

Crime Rates: Hanksville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Hanksville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 6.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.2 inches
84% below US avg
Snowfall7.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,304 ft (1,312 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density120/sq mi
Coordinates38.3720°N, 110.7135°W
County FIPS49055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.9-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 51.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.82
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density120/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants37
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Work from Home1.4%

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