Hawley, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Clay County County
Hawley, MN
At a Glance
How Hawley Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hawley's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hawley a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hawley residents earn a median household income of $92,017 , which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,423. The unemployment rate stands at 1.7% (53% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,520 business establishments, including 100 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hawley is $265,500 , 6% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $407,683. Median rent is $742/month, with 26.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Hawley reports 87 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 77% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 478/100K.
Education
33.2% of adults in Hawley hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below the national average). 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hawley has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.0 inches.