Median Income
$59,375
21% lower than US avg
Home Value
$69,400
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$718
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.6%
10% higher than US avg
How Hartford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population442
Median Age29.8 yrs
Density1,105/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
B+
Median Income$59,375
Per Capita$28,305
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$928M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$69,400
Rent$718
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$235,699
Health
Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Elevation1,083 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute22 min
Libraries6
Is Hartford a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hartford receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hartford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hartford is $59,375, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hartford is $69,400, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $718 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
13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Hartford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Hartford has a population of 442 with a density of 1,105 people per square mile. The median age is 29.8 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.5%), with 5.2% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.
Population
29.8yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.7% |
| 95% below US avg |
The median household income in Hartford is $59,375, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $59,375 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,305 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,304 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,139 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.6% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 260 |
| County GDP | $928M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 22 |
| Retail | 43 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,477 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.57% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.4 min |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |
The median home value in Hartford is $69,400, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $718 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $235,699.
Home Values
| Census Median | $69,400 |
| 75% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $235,699 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $718 |
| 38% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,477 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.57% |
In Hartford, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hartford vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.9% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.1% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.0% |
| Physical Distress | 11.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.2% |
| Premature Death | 7,566/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 22 |
Crime Rates: Hartford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Hartford has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 55.8°F |
| 3% above US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.2 inches |
| 2% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,083 ft (330 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,105/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3084°N, 95.9566°W |
| County FIPS | 20031 |