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Hansell, IA

Iowa

Hansell is a small town in Iowa with a population of 99. Residents earn $81,563 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
99 Population 430/sq mi density
$81,563 Median Income $32,723 per capita
$77,000 Home Value
$650 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,563 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,000 home value, $650/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,563
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $77,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $650
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population99
Median Age45.1 yrs
Density430/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans77.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,563
Per Capita$32,723
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$790M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,000
Rent$650
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units53
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking16.0%
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,034 ft (315 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+96.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute19 min
Broadband43.0%
Libraries4

Is Hansell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hansell receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Hansell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hansell is $81,563, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hansell is $77,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hansell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hansell has a population of 99 with a density of 430 people per square mile. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

99
Total Population
430
People / sq mi
45.1yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hansell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hansell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hansell is $81,563, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Hansell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,563
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,723
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$73,117

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)364
County GDP$790M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare26
Retail36
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,431
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Hansell is $77,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,000
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$650
44% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.7%
Housing Units53
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,431
2% below US avg
Effective Rate4.46%
In Hansell, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 21.0% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma9.6%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits62.9%
Premature Death9,806/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access76.5%
Healthcare Facilities26
Hansell has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,034 ft (315 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density430/sq mi
Coordinates42.7578°N, 93.1041°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.7-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.2%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+96.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density430/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants15
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

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