Hull, IA

Iowa

Hull is a small town in Iowa with a population of 2,248. Residents earn $76,213 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,248 Population 1,583/sq mi density
$76,213 Median Income $41,818 per capita
$215,700 Home Value $305,698 Zillow
$771 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,213 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$215,700 home value, $771/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,213
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $215,700
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.0%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $771
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,248
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density1,583/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,213
Per Capita$41,818
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$3,920M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$215,700
Rent$771
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$305,698

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain29.9 in/yr
Elevation1,441 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.0%
High School+87.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute13 min
Libraries8

Is Hull a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hull receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Hull stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hull is $76,213, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hull is $215,700, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $771 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hull experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.9 inches, including 34.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hull has a population of 2,248 with a density of 1,583 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%).

Population

2,248
Total Population
1,583
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hull vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.8%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.2%
24% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hull vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hull is $76,213, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Hull vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,213
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,818
Avg Weekly Wage$1,072
IRS Avg AGI$91,219

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,576
County GDP$3,920M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare99
Retail158
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,429
55% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.2 min
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Hull is $215,700, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $771 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $305,698.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$215,700
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$305,698

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$771
34% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,429
55% above US avg
Effective Rate2.52%
In Hull, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.0%
3% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma9.5%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death3,914/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.7/10
Exercise Access79.9%
Healthcare Facilities99

Crime Rates: Hull vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Hull has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.9 inches
21% below US avg
Snowfall34.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,441 ft (439 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density1,583/sq mi
Coordinates43.1895°N, 96.1341°W
County FIPS19167
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85%
D 13.9%

Winner: Republican by 71.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.0%
32% below US avg
High School+87.1%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,583/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities99
Restaurants65
Retail Stores158

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.2 min
Work from Home4.6%

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