Hornick, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Hornick is a small town in Iowa with a population of 335. Residents earn $77,917 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
335 Population 1,081/sq mi density
$77,917 Median Income $29,005 per capita
$97,200 Home Value $223,599 Zillow
$875 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 291 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$77,917 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,200 home value, $875/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,917
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $97,200
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population335
Median Age32.6 yrs
Density1,081/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans12.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,917
Per Capita$29,005
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$7,028M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,200
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$223,599
Housing Units126
Rent Burden12.5%

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking14.7%
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain29.9 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,066 ft (325 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+95.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute29 min
Broadband96.6%
Libraries13

Is Hornick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hornick receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Hornick offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hornick is $77,917, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hornick is $97,200, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hornick experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.9 inches, including 31.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hornick has a population of 335 with a density of 1,081 people per square mile. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

335
Total Population
1,081
People / sq mi
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hornick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hornick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hornick is $77,917, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Hornick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,917
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,005
Avg Weekly Wage$1,052
IRS Avg AGI$66,517

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,308
County GDP$7,028M

Business (County)

Restaurants269
Healthcare311
Retail389
Manufacturing85

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,875
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hornick is $97,200, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $223,599.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,200
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$223,599

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.2%
Housing Units126
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,875
39% above US avg
Effective Rate5.02%
In Hornick, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 21.2% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hornick vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.6%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep30.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits66.7%
Premature Death9,159/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access90.8%
Healthcare Facilities311
Hornick has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.9 inches. The area enjoys 291 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.9 inches
21% below US avg
Snowfall31.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,066 ft (325 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,081/sq mi
Coordinates42.2290°N, 96.0965°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19193
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin. 96.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.9%
D 37.8%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+95.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,081/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.6%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities311
Restaurants269
Retail Stores389

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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