Hedrick, IA

Iowa

Hedrick is a small town in Iowa with a population of 826. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
826 Population 529/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $25,774 per capita
$75,900 Home Value $84,874 Zillow
$581 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,900 home value, $581/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,900
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $581
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population826
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density529/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$25,774
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty12.4%
County GDP$2,160M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,900
Rent$581
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$84,874
Rent Burden30.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Elevation821 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+91.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute25 min
Broadband85.7%
Libraries5

Is Hedrick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hedrick receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Hedrick offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hedrick is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hedrick is $75,900, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $581 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hedrick experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 23.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hedrick has a population of 826 with a density of 529 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%).

Population

826
Total Population
529
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hedrick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hedrick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hedrick is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Hedrick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,774
Avg Weekly Wage$1,021
IRS Avg AGI$61,051

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg
Establishments (County)887
County GDP$2,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare87
Retail116
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,777
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hedrick is $75,900, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $581 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $84,874.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,900
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$84,874

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$581
50% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,777
8% above US avg
Effective Rate4.98%
In Hedrick, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hedrick vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death9,638/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access75.1%
Healthcare Facilities87

Crime Rates: Hedrick vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Hedrick has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall23.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation821 ft (250 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density529/sq mi
Coordinates41.1713°N, 92.3079°W
County FIPS19179
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.5-point margin. 85.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+91.0%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density529/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.7%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities87
Restaurants77
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.7%

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