Median Income
$70,208
7% lower than US avg
Home Value
$83,300
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.3%
23% higher than US avg
How Hayes Center Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population258
Median Age54.1 yrs
Density956/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Economy
B+
Median Income$70,208
Per Capita$33,939
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty15.3%
County GDP$95M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$83,300
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$215,378
Health
Obesity42.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain21.5 in/yr
Elevation3,057 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+88.0%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 96% / D 4%
Commute24 min
Libraries1
Is Hayes Center a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hayes Center receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Hayes Center offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hayes Center is $70,208, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. The poverty rate of 15.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hayes Center is $83,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Hayes Center experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.5 inches, including 30.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Hayes Center has a population of 258 with a density of 956 people per square mile. The median age is 54.1 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%), with 1.9% Hispanic.
Population
54.1yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Hayes Center vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 81.0% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Spanish | 19.0% |
| 42% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Hayes Center vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Hayes Center is $70,208, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income: Hayes Center vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $70,208 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,939 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $736 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,480 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.3% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 38 |
| County GDP | $95M |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.9 min |
| Work from Home | 11.1% |
The median home value in Hayes Center is $83,300, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $215,378.
Home Values
| Census Median | $83,300 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $215,378 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $775 |
| 33% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Hayes Center, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.4% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hayes Center vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.6% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.3% |
| Asthma | 9.0% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.3% |
| Depression | 17.4% |
| Mental Distress | 14.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.1% |
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Hayes Center vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Hayes Center has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 21.5 inches |
| 43% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 30.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,057 ft (932 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 956/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.5110°N, 101.0204°W |
| County FIPS | 31085 |