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Hazleton, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Buchanan County County
Hazleton, IA
At a Glance
How Hazleton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hazleton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hazleton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hazleton residents earn a median household income of $53,542 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,906. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 638 business establishments, including 37 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hazleton is $80,100 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $183,412. Median rent is $827/month, with 37.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Hazleton reports 627 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 65% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,281/100K.
Education
5.4% of adults in Hazleton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below the national average). 89.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hazleton has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.