Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Hughes Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population32
Median Age70.2 yrs
Density11/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans30.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$14,069
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$384M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp26°F
AQI21 (Good)
Elevation586 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+87.5%
School Score4.86
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband21.0%
Libraries11
Is Hughes a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hughes receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Hughes stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Hughes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F. Winters average -11°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Hughes has a population of 32 with a density of 11 people per square mile. The median age is 70.2 years, 80% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).
Population
70.2yrs
Median Age
80% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 52.9% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Spanish | 47.1% |
| 251% above US avg |
The median household income in Hughes is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $14,069 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,002 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $46,714 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 237 |
| County GDP | $384M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 3 |
| Retail | 29 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
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 Hughes, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hughes vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.6% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.3% |
| Asthma | 13.3% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Stroke | 4.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.3% |
| Depression | 21.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 17.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 55.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 64.5% |
| Premature Death | 22,704/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 2.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 19.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3 |
Crime Rates: Hughes vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Hughes has an average annual temperature of 26°F (-3°C). Winters average -11°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Temperature
-11°F Jan (-24°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 26.4°F |
| 51% below US avg |
| January Average | -11°F (-24°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 586 ft (179 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 66.0452°N, 154.2376°W |
| County FIPS | 02290 |