Hatton, ND

North Dakota

Hatton is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 639. Residents earn $72,885 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
639 Population 1,141/sq mi density
$72,885 Median Income $45,981 per capita
$133,700 Home Value $203,958 Zillow
$675 Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$72,885 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,700 home value, $675/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,885
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,700
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.0%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population639
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density1,141/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A+
Median Income$72,885
Per Capita$45,981
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$213M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,700
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$203,958

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain21.7 in/yr
Elevation1,080 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.0%
High School+91.2%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute20 min

Is Hatton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hatton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Hatton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hatton is $72,885, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hatton is $133,700, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hatton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.7 inches, including 48.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hatton has a population of 639 with a density of 1,141 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.3%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

639
Total Population
1,141
People / sq mi
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hatton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.6%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.4%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hatton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hatton is $72,885, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Hatton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,885
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,981
Avg Weekly Wage$1,192
IRS Avg AGI$102,381

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)84
County GDP$213M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Retail7
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Hatton is $133,700, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $203,958.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,700
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$203,958

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$769
1 Bedroom$795
2 Bedrooms$965
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.0%

Property Tax

In Hatton, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Checkup Rate71.8%
Premature Death6,084/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access37.7%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Hatton has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average39.8°F
26% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.7 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall48.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,080 ft (329 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,141/sq mi
Coordinates47.6370°N, 97.4583°W
County FIPS38091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.9%
D 36.5%

Winner: Republican by 25.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.0%
47% below US avg
High School+91.2%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,141/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Restaurants6
Retail Stores7

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Work from Home2.5%

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