Median Income
$47,000
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
3.1%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
47.0%
46% higher than US avg
Unemployment
7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
27.6%
123% higher than US avg
How Hooper Bay Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,008
Median Age30.1 yrs
Density134/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 8%
Economy
C
Median Income$47,000
Per Capita$23,576
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty27.6%
County GDP$181M
Commute5 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity47.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease9.8%
Climate
Avg TempN/A
AQI21 (Good)
Elevation8 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+3.1%
High School+86.3%
School Score4.86
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute5 min
Is Hooper Bay a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hooper Bay receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hooper Bay has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hooper Bay is $47,000, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 27.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Hooper Bay has a population of 1,008 with a density of 134 people per square mile. The median age is 30.1 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (80.8%), with 7.5% White.
Population
30.1yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Hooper Bay vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 55.4% |
| 29% below US avg |
| Spanish | 44.6% |
| 233% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Hooper Bay vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Hooper Bay is $47,000, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes.
Income: Hooper Bay vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,000 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,576 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $748 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $27,423 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.1% |
| 97% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 27.6% |
| 123% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 121 |
| County GDP | $181M |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 4.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $725 |
| 38% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,061 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,194 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,467 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,304 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Hooper Bay, 47.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 38.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hooper Bay vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 47.0% |
| 46% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 18.1% |
| Heart Disease | 9.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.4% |
| Asthma | 14.8% |
| COPD | 12.4% |
| Stroke | 6.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.7% |
| Depression | 23.0% |
| Mental Distress | 23.8% |
| Physical Distress | 23.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.3% |
| Premature Death | 24,556/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Exercise Access | 100.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6 |
Crime Rates: Hooper Bay vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 8 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 7.5 sq mi (19.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 134/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.5092°N, 166.1115°W |
| County FIPS | 02158 |