Hawk Point, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $49,205

35% lower than US avg

Home Value $117,500

58% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 148/100K

61% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 11.4%

66% lower than US avg

Median Rent $935

20% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.6%

30% higher than US avg

Unemployment 8.4%

133% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 33.1%

167% higher than US avg

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

People

Population630

Median Age36.4 yrs

Density1,500/mi²

Male / Female55% / 45%

Largest GroupWhite 78%

Veterans6.0%

Economy

Median Income$49,205

Per Capita$18,444

Unemployment8.4%

Poverty33.1%

Commute29 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$117,500

Rent$935

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$307,077

Housing Units234

Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

Violent148/100K

Property2,077/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault0/100K

Burglary593/100K

Health

Obesity41.6%

Uninsured11.6%

Smoking21.4%

Depression26.1%

Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain37.0 in/yr

Sunny Days269/yr

Elevation738 ft (225 m)

Education

Bachelor's+11.4%

High School+73.6%

Graduate+1.7%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute29 min

Broadband90.9%

Is Hawk Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hawk Point receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hawk Point has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hawk Point is $49,205, 35% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 33.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hawk Point is $117,500, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $935 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Hawk Point is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 148 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,077 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Hawk Point experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 5.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hawk Point has a population of 630 with a density of 1,500 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.4% female and 54.6% male. The city is predominantly White (77.5%), with 16.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.5% of residents. 6.0% of the population are veterans. 28.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

630

Total Population

1,500

People / sq mi

36.4yrs

Median Age

6% below US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%

Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Hawk Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	96.5%
	23% above US avg
Spanish	3.5%
	74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hawk Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hawk Point is $49,205, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,444 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 6.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hawk Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$49,205
	35% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$18,444

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	8.4%
	133% above US avg
Poverty Rate	33.1%
	167% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.8 min
Drive Alone	85.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Hawk Point is $117,500, 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $307,077, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $935 (20% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 234 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1992. 51.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$117,500
	58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$307,077

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$935
	20% below US avg
Rent Burden	51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	53.0%
Housing Units	234
Median Year Built	1992

Property Tax

In Hawk Point, 41.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 33.5% have high blood pressure. 21.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.6% report binge drinking. 33.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.9% experience frequent mental distress. 11.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

Health Metrics: Hawk Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.6%
	30% above US avg
Diabetes	11.2%
Heart Disease	6.3%
High Blood Pressure	33.5%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	8.7%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.4%
	53% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.6%
Physical Inactivity	33.6%
Depression	26.1%
Mental Distress	20.9%
Physical Distress	15.9%
Short Sleep	41.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	85.5%
Uninsured	11.6%
	35% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.1%
Dental Visits	53.2%

Food & Exercise

Hawk Point has a violent crime rate of 148 per 100,000 residents, 61% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 148.4. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,077 per 100,000, 6% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,484, burglary at 593, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Hawk Point receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	148.4/100K
	61% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	148.4/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,077.2/100K
	6% above US avg
Burglary	593.5/100K
Theft	1,483.7/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Hawk Point experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 269 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches. The area receives 5.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 738 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	53.9°F
	0% below US avg
January Average	28°F (-2°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	37.0 inches
	3% below US avg
Snowfall	5.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	738 ft (225 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density	1,500/sq mi
Coordinates	38.9709°N, 91.1313°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	28°F (-2°C)	1.7 in	Coldest, Driest
February	33°F (0°C)	1.8 in
March	43°F (6°C)	3.2 in
April	54°F (12°C)	3.8 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
June	72°F (22°C)	3.8 in
July	77°F (25°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	75°F (24°C)	3.1 in
September	68°F (20°C)	3.2 in
October	56°F (13°C)	2.8 in
November	44°F (7°C)	3.3 in
December	33°F (0°C)	2.4 in

Hawk Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 28°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and January the driest (1.7").

11.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 66% below the national average of 33.7%. 73.6% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 90.9% of households have broadband internet access. 85% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	11.4%
	66% below US avg
High School+	73.6%
Graduate Degree+	1.7%
School Test Score	5.51

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,500/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	90.9%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.8 min
Drive Alone	85.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Hawk Point

What is the population of Hawk Point?

Hawk Point has a population of 630 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,500 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.4% female and 54.6% male.

Is Hawk Point expensive to live in?

Hawk Point is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $49,205, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $117,500 (58% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $935 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Hawk Point safe?

Hawk Point is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 148 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,077 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Hawk Point receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Hawk Point?

Hawk Point has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.0 inches, with 5.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Hawk Point?

The job market in Hawk Point faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 6.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hawk Point?

The median home value in Hawk Point is $117,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $307,077. For renters, the median monthly rent is $935. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Hawk Point?

Schools in Hawk Point score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 11.4% of adults in Hawk Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.6% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Hawk Point?

The obesity rate in Hawk Point is 41.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.4% of adults are smokers. 33.6% are physically inactive. 26.1% of residents report depression. 11.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Hawk Point?

The average commute in Hawk Point is 29 minutes. 85% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hawk Point?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hawk Point is 77.5% White, 16.3% Black or African American, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 96.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.5% speak Spanish. 6.0% of the population are military veterans. 28.5% of residents have a disability. 85.5% have health insurance coverage.

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