Hastings, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Hastings is a small town in Iowa with a population of 121. Residents earn $81,719 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
121 Population 295/sq mi density
$81,719 Median Income $33,337 per capita
$93,800 Home Value $211,288 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,719 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,800 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,719
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $93,800
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population121
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density295/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans93.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,719
Per Capita$33,337
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$645M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$211,288

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Elevation1,035 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+91.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute32 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries4

Is Hastings a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hastings receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Hastings offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hastings is $81,719, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hastings is $93,800, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hastings experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 27.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hastings has a population of 121 with a density of 295 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.2%), with 19% Hispanic.

Population

121
Total Population
295
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hastings vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hastings vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hastings is $81,719, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Hastings vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,719
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,337
Avg Weekly Wage$1,059
IRS Avg AGI$91,250

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)458
County GDP$645M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare27
Retail40
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,433
55% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Hastings is $93,800, 67% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $211,288.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,800
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$211,288

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,433
55% above US avg
Effective Rate5.79%
In Hastings, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death9,695/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access63.0%
Healthcare Facilities27

Crime Rates: Hastings vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Hastings has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall27.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,035 ft (315 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density295/sq mi
Coordinates41.0252°N, 95.4947°W
County FIPS19129
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.1-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 39.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+91.0%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density295/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants21
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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