Median Income
$38,750
48% lower than US avg
Home Value
$160,400
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Hough Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population21
Median Age60.5 yrs
Density300/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans28.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$38,750
Per Capita$37,800
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,635M
Commute23 min
Housing
A
Home Value$160,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp58°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain17.8 in/yr
Elevation3,283 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+66.7%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute23 min
Broadband18.0%
Libraries3
Is Hough a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hough 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. Hough offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hough is $38,750, 48% 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%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hough is $160,400, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Hough enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Hough has a population of 21 with a density of 300 people per square mile. The median age is 60.5 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.5%), with 9.5% Hispanic.
Population
60.5yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Hough is $38,750, which is 48% 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. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $38,750 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $37,800 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $991 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,216 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 579 |
| County GDP | $2,635M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 52 |
| Healthcare | 33 |
| Retail | 83 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,394 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.49% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Hough is $160,400, 43% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $160,400 |
| 43% 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) | $2,394 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.49% |
Health Metrics: Hough vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Premature Death | 8,313/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 33 |
Crime Rates: Hough vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Hough has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 57.6°F |
| 7% above US avg |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 17.8 inches |
| 53% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,283 ft (1,001 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 300/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.8720°N, 101.5747°W |
| County FIPS | 40139 |