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Hartley, TX

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Hartley is a small town in Texas with a population of 514. Residents earn $54,050 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
514 Population 74/sq mi density
$54,050 Median Income $28,222 per capita
$186,700 Home Value
$1,538 Median Rent 40.8% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$54,050 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$186,700 home value, $1,538/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,050
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $186,700
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.1%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,538
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population514
Median Age28.9 yrs
Density74/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,050
Per Capita$28,222
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$1,246M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$186,700
Rent$1,538
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units297
Rent Burden40.8%

Health

Obesity33.7%
Uninsured17.3%
Smoking13.4%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain17.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,906 ft (1,191 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.1%
High School+92.6%
Graduate+25.1%
School Score4.79

Community

2024 VoteR 91% / D 8%
Commute14 min
Broadband79.2%

Is Hartley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hartley receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Hartley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hartley is $54,050, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hartley is $186,700, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,538 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hartley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.7 inches, including 14.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Hartley has a population of 514 with a density of 74 people per square mile. The median age is 28.9 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%).

Population

514
Total Population
74
People / sq mi
28.9yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
7.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%
Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Hartley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.6%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.4%
82% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hartley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hartley is $54,050, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Hartley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,050
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,222
Avg Weekly Wage$1,055
IRS Avg AGI$91,757

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)157
County GDP$1,246M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare9
Retail10
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,663
119% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.1 min
Drive Alone96.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hartley is $186,700, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,538 (32% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,700
34% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,538
32% above US avg
Rent Burden40.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$878
1 Bedroom$902
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,489
4 Bedrooms$1,495

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.6%
Housing Units297
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,663
119% above US avg
Effective Rate4.10%
In Hartley, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.7%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.7%
Uninsured17.3%
101% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits56.7%
Premature Death7,480/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access73.9%
Healthcare Facilities9
Hartley has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.7 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall14.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,906 ft (1,191 m)
Area7.0 sq mi (18.1 km²)
Population Density74/sq mi
Coordinates35.8982°N, 102.3966°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48205
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 83.3-point margin. 79.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 91.4%
D 8.1%

Winner: Republican by 83.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.1%
17% below US avg
High School+92.6%
Graduate Degree+25.1%
School Test Score4.79
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density74/sq mi
Total Area7.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants5
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.1 min
Drive Alone96.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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