Median Income
$63,125
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$193,800
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.8%
53% lower than US avg
How Haywood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population173
Median Age33.2 yrs
Density83/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Economy
B+
Median Income$63,125
Per Capita$19,072
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$2,331M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$193,800
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Elevation798 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+87.0%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute27 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries3
Is Haywood a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Haywood receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Haywood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Haywood is $63,125, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Haywood is $193,800, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Haywood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Haywood has a population of 173 with a density of 83 people per square mile. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.1%), with 13.3% Hispanic.
Population
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.4% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.6% |
| 81% below US avg |
The median household income in Haywood is $63,125, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,125 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $19,072 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $973 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,827 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.0% |
| 39% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.8% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,046 |
| County GDP | $2,331M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 97 |
| Healthcare | 108 |
| Retail | 167 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,486 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.28% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Haywood is $193,800, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $193,800 |
| 31% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $950 |
| 18% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,486 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.28% |
In Haywood, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Haywood vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.5% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.0% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.7% |
| Depression | 27.9% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 13,462/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 108 |
Crime Rates: Haywood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
Safety Score
Haywood has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 62.3°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.6 inches |
| 12% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 798 ft (243 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 83/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.8919°N, 95.9520°W |
| County FIPS | 40121 |