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Hubbard, IA

Iowa

Hubbard is a small town in Iowa with a population of 757. Residents earn $68,690 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
757 Population 425/sq mi density
$68,690 Median Income $39,439 per capita
$96,100 Home Value $158,594 Zillow
$638 Median Rent 23.9% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,690 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,100 home value, $638/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,690
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,100
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $638
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population757
Median Age54.3 yrs
Density425/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans10.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,690
Per Capita$39,439
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$1,142M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,100
Rent$638
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,594
Housing Units399
Rent Burden23.9%

Health

Obesity38.3%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking15.8%
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,091 ft (333 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+97.4%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute28 min
Broadband78.9%
Libraries8

Is Hubbard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hubbard receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Hubbard offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hubbard is $68,690, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hubbard is $96,100, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $638 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hubbard experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 33.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hubbard has a population of 757 with a density of 425 people per square mile. The median age is 54.3 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

757
Total Population
425
People / sq mi
54.3yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hubbard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hubbard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hubbard is $68,690, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Hubbard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,690
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,439
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$73,609

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)650
County GDP$1,142M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare53
Retail64
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,023
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Hubbard is $96,100, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $638 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,594.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,100
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$158,594

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$638
45% below US avg
Rent Burden23.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.9%
Housing Units399
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,023
15% above US avg
Effective Rate4.19%
In Hubbard, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 22.0% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep32.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits64.3%
Premature Death7,029/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access85.0%
Healthcare Facilities53
Hubbard has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall33.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,091 ft (333 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density425/sq mi
Coordinates42.3058°N, 93.3017°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.4-point margin. 78.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 30.3%

Winner: Republican by 38.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+97.4%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density425/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.9%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants33
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

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