Median Income
$66,136
12% lower than US avg
Home Value
$181,300
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.0%
5% higher than US avg
How Hanson Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population161
Median Age18.4 yrs
Density488/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans86.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$66,136
Per Capita$23,778
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$998M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$181,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation561 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute26 min
Broadband49.0%
Libraries2
Is Hanson a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hanson receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Hanson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hanson is $66,136, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hanson is $181,300, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
0.0% 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 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Hanson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Hanson has a population of 161 with a density of 488 people per square mile. The median age is 18.4 years, 53% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82%), with 18% Hispanic.
Population
18.4yrs
Median Age
53% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Hanson is $66,136, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,136 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,778 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $732 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,345 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.0% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 767 |
| County GDP | $998M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Healthcare | 71 |
| Retail | 136 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,124 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.17% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.6 min |
| Work from Home | 13.8% |
The median home value in Hanson is $181,300, 36% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $181,300 |
| 36% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,124 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.17% |
Health Metrics: Hanson vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.7% |
| |
| Premature Death | 14,517/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 71 |
Crime Rates: Hanson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Hanson has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 60.2°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.4 inches |
| 25% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 561 ft (171 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 488/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4380°N, 94.6984°W |
| County FIPS | 40135 |