Median Income
$46,250
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
3.3%
90% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.5%
1% higher than US avg
How Hastings Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population109
Median Age67.3 yrs
Density227/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans89.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$66,500
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$209M
Commute26 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$132,529
Health
Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease7.1%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Elevation998 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+3.3%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute26 min
Broadband30.0%
Libraries1
Is Hastings a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hastings receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hastings has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hastings is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Education
3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Hastings enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Hastings has a population of 109 with a density of 227 people per square mile. The median age is 67.3 years, 73% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%).
Population
67.3yrs
Median Age
73% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.0% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.0% |
| 93% below US avg |
The median household income in Hastings is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,250 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $66,500 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $858 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,469 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.5% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 126 |
| County GDP | $209M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Healthcare | 11 |
| Retail | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,440 |
| 59% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.7 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Zillow estimates the typical home value at $132,529.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,440 |
| 59% below US avg |
In Hastings, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 34.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hastings vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.1% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 9.1% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.0% |
| Depression | 26.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.6% |
| Premature Death | 12,788/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 0.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
Crime Rates: Hastings vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Hastings has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
40°F Jan (5°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 62.2°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 33.3 inches |
| 12% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 2.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 998 ft (304 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 227/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.2243°N, 98.1087°W |
| County FIPS | 40033 |