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
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
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.2% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.7% |
| 87% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 458 |
| County GDP | $645M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 27 |
| Retail | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,433 |
| 55% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.79% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.6% |
The median home value in Hastings is $93,800, 67% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $211,288.
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,433 |
| 55% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.79% |
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
| Obesity | 40.5% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.8% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.9% |
| Depression | 21.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,695/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 27 |
Crime Rates: Hastings vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
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 Average | 50.8°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.2 inches |
| 2% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 27.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,035 ft (315 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 295/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0252°N, 95.4947°W |
| County FIPS | 19129 |