Median Income
$44,375
41% lower than US avg
Home Value
$161,700
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.4%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$665
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.5%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.1%
27% lower than US avg
How Hemingway Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population413
Median Age50.6 yrs
Density480/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Economy
B+
Median Income$44,375
Per Capita$32,175
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$1,067M
Commute40 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$161,700
Rent$665
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$124,662
Health
Obesity45.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease7.4%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.7 in/yr
Elevation54 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.4%
High School+88.4%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute40 min
Libraries4
Is Hemingway a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hemingway receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Hemingway offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hemingway is $44,375, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hemingway is $161,700, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $665 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Hemingway enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Hemingway has a population of 413 with a density of 480 people per square mile. The median age is 50.6 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.9%), with 28.1% Black.
Population
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Hemingway vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 90.3% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Spanish | 9.7% |
| 28% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Hemingway vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Hemingway is $44,375, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.
Income: Hemingway vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,375 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,175 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $953 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $42,956 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.1% |
| 27% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 640 |
| County GDP | $1,067M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Healthcare | 51 |
| Retail | 109 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,171 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.34% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 39.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.6% |
The median home value in Hemingway is $161,700, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $665 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $124,662.
Home Values
| Census Median | $161,700 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $124,662 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $665 |
| 43% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,171 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.34% |
In Hemingway, 45.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 36.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hemingway vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.5% |
| 42% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.6% |
| Heart Disease | 7.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.7% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 10.6% |
| Stroke | 4.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.8% |
| Depression | 24.1% |
| Mental Distress | 21.8% |
| Physical Distress | 17.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.7% |
| Premature Death | 15,828/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 24.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 51 |
Crime Rates: Hemingway vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Hemingway has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above US avg |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.7 inches |
| 33% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 54 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 480/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.7533°N, 79.4463°W |
| County FIPS | 45089 |