Median Income
$51,118
32% lower than US avg
Home Value
$108,400
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$698
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.1%
19% lower than US avg
How Hartley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,588
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density1,194/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
B+
Median Income$51,118
Per Capita$30,806
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty10.1%
County GDP$1,250M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$108,400
Rent$698
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$171,074
Health
Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain26.8 in/yr
Elevation1,467 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+89.0%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute21 min
Libraries7
Is Hartley a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hartley receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hartley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hartley is $51,118, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hartley is $108,400, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $698 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Hartley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Hartley has a population of 1,588 with a density of 1,194 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 1.3% Hispanic.
Population
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.3% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.7% |
| 57% below US avg |
The median household income in Hartley is $51,118, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $51,118 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,806 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $931 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $80,168 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.1% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 626 |
| County GDP | $1,250M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 28 |
| Healthcare | 44 |
| Retail | 79 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,914 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.61% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.4 min |
| Work from Home | 4.0% |
The median home value in Hartley is $108,400, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $698 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,074.
Home Values
| Census Median | $108,400 |
| 62% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $171,074 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $698 |
| 40% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,914 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.61% |
In Hartley, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hartley vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.5% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.2% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.8% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,489/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 44 |
Crime Rates: Hartley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Hartley 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 26.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 46.8°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 26.8 inches |
| 29% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,467 ft (447 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,194/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.1791°N, 95.4768°W |
| County FIPS | 19141 |