Home Value
$47,100
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.8%
53% lower than US avg
How Hecla Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population204
Median Age64.5 yrs
Density600/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$28,429
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$3,155M
Commute18 min
Housing
Home Value$47,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Elevation1,302 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute18 min
Libraries3
Is Hecla a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hecla receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Hecla faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hecla is $47,100, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Hecla has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches, including 37.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Hecla has a population of 204 with a density of 600 people per square mile. The median age is 64.5 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.9%).
Population
64.5yrs
Median Age
66% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 90.8% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Spanish | 9.2% |
| 31% below US avg |
The median household income in Hecla is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $28,429 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,047 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $88,624 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.8% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,522 |
| County GDP | $3,155M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 102 |
| Healthcare | 124 |
| Retail | 163 |
| Manufacturing | 42 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,536 |
| 87% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 13.88% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.7 min |
| Work from Home | 21.2% |
The median home value in Hecla is $47,100, 83% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $47,100 |
| 83% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,536 |
| 87% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 13.88% |
In Hecla, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hecla vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.3% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.5% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.5% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 15.8% |
| Physical Distress | 10.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 6,876/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 84.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 124 |
Crime Rates: Hecla vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Hecla has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
11°F Jan (-12°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 42.8°F |
| 21% below US avg |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 22.5 inches |
| 41% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 37.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,302 ft (397 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 600/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.8821°N, 98.1519°W |
| County FIPS | 46013 |