Median Income
$65,625
13% lower than US avg
Home Value
$53,000
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$865
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.7%
46% lower than US avg
How Hitchcock Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population96
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density356/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans86.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$65,625
Per Capita$34,084
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$1,236M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$53,000
Rent$865
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain22.8 in/yr
Elevation1,338 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute30 min
Broadband42.0%
Libraries1
Is Hitchcock a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hitchcock 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. 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 $65,625, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hitchcock is $53,000, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $865 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Hitchcock has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Hitchcock has a population of 96 with a density of 356 people per square mile. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%), with 8.3% Hispanic.
Population
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% 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 $65,625, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income: Hitchcock vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $65,625 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,084 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $971 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,903 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.7% |
| 46% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 690 |
| County GDP | $1,236M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 44 |
| Healthcare | 60 |
| Retail | 80 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,541 |
| 30% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 8.57% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.8 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Hitchcock is $53,000, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $865 (26% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $53,000 |
| 81% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $865 |
| 26% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,541 |
| 30% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 8.57% |
In Hitchcock, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hitchcock vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.1% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.6% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.5% |
| Depression | 21.7% |
| Mental Distress | 16.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.2% |
| Premature Death | 7,497/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 80.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 60 |
Crime Rates: Hitchcock vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Hitchcock has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-11°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 44.0°F |
| 19% below US avg |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 22.8 inches |
| 40% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,338 ft (408 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 356/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.6294°N, 98.4082°W |
| County FIPS | 46005 |