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Hobbs, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Hobbs is a small town in Indiana with a population of 67. Residents earn $93,086 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
67 Population 81/sq mi density
$93,086 Median Income $53,413 per capita
$134,800 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$93,086 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$134,800 home value
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,086
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $134,800
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.4%
137% higher than US avg

How Hobbs Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population67
Median Age67.3 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans67.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$93,086
Per Capita$53,413
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty29.4%
County GDP$5,526M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$134,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units58
Rent Burden29.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation867 ft (264 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+92.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute16 min
Broadband49.0%
Libraries8

Is Hobbs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hobbs receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Hobbs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hobbs is $93,086, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 29.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hobbs is $134,800, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Hobbs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hobbs has a population of 67 with a density of 81 people per square mile. The median age is 67.3 years, 73% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

67
Total Population
81
People / sq mi
67.3yrs
Median Age
73% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.7%
Female 40.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hobbs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hobbs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hobbs is $93,086, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Hobbs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,086
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,413
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$59,559

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate29.4%
137% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,484
County GDP$5,526M

Business (County)

Restaurants230
Healthcare308
Retail345
Manufacturing104

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,964
15% below US avg
Cost of Living93.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hobbs is $134,800, 52% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,800
52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units58
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,964
15% below US avg
Effective Rate2.20%
Hobbs has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.5 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation867 ft (264 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates40.2850°N, 85.9527°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18095
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27-point margin. 49.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.6%

Winner: Republican by 27 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+92.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities308
Restaurants230
Retail Stores345

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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