Median Income
$19,074
75% lower than US avg
Home Value
$109,300
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
46.0%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
80.7%
551% higher than US avg
How Haystack Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population347
Median Age57.7 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female76% / 24%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Economy
D
Median Income$19,074
Per Capita$11,696
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty80.7%
County GDP$2,894M
Housing
B
Home Value$109,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity46.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease11.0%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain9.7 in/yr
Elevation7,273 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+22.8%
School Score4.65
Community
2024 VoteR 36% / D 61%
CommuteN/A
Broadband40.0%
Libraries3
Is Haystack a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Haystack receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Haystack has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Haystack is $19,074, 75% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 80.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Haystack is $109,300, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Haystack experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.7 inches, including 7.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Haystack has a population of 347 with a density of 81 people per square mile. The median age is 57.7 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%), with 87.3% Asian.
Population
57.7yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 42.2% |
| 46% below US avg |
| Spanish | 57.8% |
| 331% above US avg |
The median household income in Haystack is $19,074, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 80.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $19,074 |
| 75% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $11,696 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $908 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $41,364 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 80.7% |
| 551% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,225 |
| County GDP | $2,894M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 138 |
| Healthcare | 130 |
| Retail | 214 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,272 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.99% |
The median home value in Haystack is $109,300, 61% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $109,300 |
| 61% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,272 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.99% |
In Haystack, 46.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 40.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Haystack vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 46.0% |
| 43% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 22.5% |
| Heart Disease | 11.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.3% |
| Asthma | 16.5% |
| COPD | 16.5% |
| Stroke | 7.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 11.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 40.5% |
| Depression | 27.7% |
| Mental Distress | 27.9% |
| Physical Distress | 28.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 64.3% |
| Premature Death | 27,593/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 3.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 41.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 130 |
Crime Rates: Haystack vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 33 |
Safety Score
Haystack has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 9.7 inches |
| 75% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 7.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,273 ft (2,217 m) |
| Area | 4.3 sq mi (11.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 81/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.3545°N, 107.9389°W |
| County FIPS | 35031 |