Median Income
$54,063
28% lower than US avg
Home Value
$66,300
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.6%
23% lower than US avg
How Hartford City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population529
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density427/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
B+
Median Income$54,063
Per Capita$24,396
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$1,066M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$66,300
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$99,117
Health
Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.4%
Heart Disease7.4%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.2 in/yr
Elevation784 ft
Education
A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+76.7%
School Score4.81
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute29 min
Libraries2
Is Hartford City a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hartford City receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hartford City stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hartford City is $54,063, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hartford City is $66,300, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x 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%. 76.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Hartford City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Hartford City has a population of 529 with a density of 427 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%), with 2.3% Hispanic.
Population
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Hartford City vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.6% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.4% |
| 67% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Hartford City vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Hartford City is $54,063, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income: Hartford City vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,063 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,396 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,018 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,241 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.6% |
| 23% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 726 |
| County GDP | $1,066M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 47 |
| Healthcare | 60 |
| Retail | 83 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,365 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.57% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.6 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Hartford City is $66,300, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $99,117.
Home Values
| Census Median | $66,300 |
| 76% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $99,117 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $750 |
| 36% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,365 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.57% |
In Hartford City, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.4% report depression. 35.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hartford City vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.0% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.6% |
| Heart Disease | 7.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.3% |
| Asthma | 13.4% |
| COPD | 10.8% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.9% |
| Depression | 34.4% |
| Mental Distress | 25.0% |
| Physical Distress | 18.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Premature Death | 11,780/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 52.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 60 |
Crime Rates: Hartford City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Hartford City has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.2 inches |
| 22% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 784 ft (239 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 427/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9950°N, 81.9881°W |
| County FIPS | 54035 |