Median Income
$75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value
$133,000
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Hunter Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population271
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density182/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
A
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$32,364
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$634M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$133,000
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$204,382
Health
Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease4.7%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain22.3 in/yr
Elevation975 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+99.5%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute24 min
Libraries1
Is Hunter a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hunter receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Hunter offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hunter is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hunter is $133,000, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Hunter has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Hunter has a population of 271 with a density of 182 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.4%), with 4.4% Hispanic.
Population
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
The median household income in Hunter is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $75,000 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,364 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,130 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $90,113 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 412 |
| County GDP | $634M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,990 |
| 43% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.75% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.8% |
The median home value in Hunter is $133,000, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $204,382.
Home Values
| Census Median | $133,000 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $204,382 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $625 |
| 46% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,990 |
| 43% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.75% |
In Hunter, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 16.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hunter vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.5% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.3% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 4.2% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.5% |
| Depression | 23.8% |
| Mental Distress | 13.4% |
| Physical Distress | 9.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,992/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
Crime Rates: Hunter vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Hunter has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
9°F Jan (-13°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 42.6°F |
| 21% below US avg |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 22.3 inches |
| 41% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 975 ft (297 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 182/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.1901°N, 97.2138°W |
| County FIPS | 38097 |