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Hayesville, IA

Iowa

Hayesville is a small town in Iowa with a population of 62. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
62 Population 248/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $30,385 per capita
$57,800 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,800 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,800
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.5%
186% higher than US avg

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

People

Population62
Median Age68.0 yrs
Density248/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans57.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$30,385
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty35.5%
County GDP$443M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units49
Rent Burden27.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation794 ft (242 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+98.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute11 min
Broadband32.0%
Libraries6

Is Hayesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hayesville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hayesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hayesville is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 35.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hayesville is $57,800, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hayesville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hayesville has a population of 62 with a density of 248 people per square mile. The median age is 68.0 years, 75% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

62
Total Population
248
People / sq mi
68.0yrs
Median Age
75% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hayesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hayesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hayesville is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 35.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Hayesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,385
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$63,794

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate35.5%
186% above US avg
Establishments (County)316
County GDP$443M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare16
Retail29
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,438
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.7 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hayesville is $57,800, 79% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,800
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.8%
Housing Units49
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,438
30% below US avg
Effective Rate4.22%
Hayesville has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation794 ft (242 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density248/sq mi
Coordinates41.2648°N, 92.2478°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.5-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.2%
D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+98.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density248/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants15
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.7 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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