Median Income
$50,750
32% lower than US avg
Home Value
$112,600
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$498
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.2%
42% lower than US avg
How Hettinger Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,141
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density1,375/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Economy
B+
Median Income$50,750
Per Capita$36,003
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$169M
Commute14 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$112,600
Rent$498
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$137,735
Health
Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain17.3 in/yr
Elevation2,746 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+91.4%
School Score5.82
Community
2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute14 min
Libraries1
Is Hettinger a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hettinger receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hettinger offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hettinger is $50,750, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hettinger is $112,600, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $498 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Hettinger has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Hettinger has a population of 1,141 with a density of 1,375 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.3%), with 14.2% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.
Population
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Hettinger vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.9% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.1% |
| 40% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Hettinger vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Hettinger is $50,750, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.
Income: Hettinger vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,750 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,003 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $967 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,605 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.2% |
| 42% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 118 |
| County GDP | $169M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Healthcare | 15 |
| Retail | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 14.1 min |
| Work from Home | 1.9% |
The median home value in Hettinger is $112,600, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $498 (57% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $137,735.
Home Values
| Census Median | $112,600 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $137,735 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $498 |
| 57% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $740 |
| 1 Bedroom | $745 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $927 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,555 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Hettinger, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hettinger vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.6% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.5% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.7% |
| Depression | 22.3% |
| Mental Distress | 16.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.2% |
| Premature Death | 11,263/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 11.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 15 |
Crime Rates: Hettinger vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Hettinger has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-9°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 42.9°F |
| 21% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 17.3 inches |
| 54% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,746 ft (837 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,375/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.0035°N, 102.6346°W |
| County FIPS | 38001 |