Median Income
$64,473
14% lower than US avg
Home Value
$142,500
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$733
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.4%
97% lower than US avg
How Hicksville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,228
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density1,266/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
A
Median Income$64,473
Per Capita$29,045
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty0.4%
County GDP$2,162M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$142,500
Rent$733
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$173,314
Health
Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.1 in/yr
Elevation765 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+86.2%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute20 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3
Is Hicksville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hicksville 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. Hicksville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hicksville is $64,473, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hicksville is $142,500, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $733 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
12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Hicksville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Hicksville has a population of 3,228 with a density of 1,266 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.3%).
Population
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Hicksville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 89.9% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Spanish | 10.1% |
| 25% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Hicksville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Hicksville is $64,473, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income: Hicksville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $64,473 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,045 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,015 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,217 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 942 |
| County GDP | $2,162M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 89 |
| Healthcare | 87 |
| Retail | 136 |
| Manufacturing | 41 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,043 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.84% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.0 min |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |
The median home value in Hicksville is $142,500, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $733 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,314.
Home Values
| Census Median | $142,500 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $173,314 |
| Median List Price | $75,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $75,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $72 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.5% |
| Price Drops | 20.0% |
| Inventory | 5 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $733 |
| 37% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,043 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.84% |
In Hicksville, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hicksville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.7% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.5% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.3% |
| Depression | 26.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.4% |
| Premature Death | 8,496/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 87 |
Crime Rates: Hicksville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Hicksville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.1 inches |
| 8% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 765 ft (233 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,266/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.2944°N, 84.7647°W |
| County FIPS | 39039 |