Median Income
$54,375
28% lower than US avg
Home Value
$73,600
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Hitchcock Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population39
Median Age68.5 yrs
Density260/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans15.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$54,375
Per Capita$27,328
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,385M
Housing
A+
Home Value$73,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain31.8 in/yr
Elevation1,289 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+77.1%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
CommuteN/A
Broadband10.0%
Libraries3
Is Hitchcock a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hitchcock receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hitchcock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hitchcock is $54,375, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hitchcock is $73,600, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Hitchcock enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Hitchcock has a population of 39 with a density of 260 people per square mile. The median age is 68.5 years, 76% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%).
Population
68.5yrs
Median Age
76% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Hitchcock vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Hitchcock vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Hitchcock is $54,375, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: Hitchcock vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,375 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,328 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $968 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,057 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 280 |
| County GDP | $1,385M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 21 |
| Retail | 44 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,617 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.20% |
The median home value in Hitchcock is $73,600, 74% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $73,600 |
| 74% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,617 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.20% |
In Hitchcock, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hitchcock vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.7% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.1% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.7% |
| Depression | 26.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.5% |
| Premature Death | 15,377/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 49.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
Crime Rates: Hitchcock vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Hitchcock has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 58.9°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 31.8 inches |
| 16% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,289 ft (393 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 260/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.9677°N, 98.3497°W |
| County FIPS | 40011 |