Median Income
$36,989
51% lower than US avg
Home Value
$47,000
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
16.8%
367% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.2%
2% lower than US avg
How Huttig Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population402
Median Age58.8 yrs
Density135/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 36%
Veterans19.4%
Economy
C
Median Income$36,989
Per Capita$27,482
Unemployment16.8%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$3,375M
Commute40 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$47,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden13.9%
Health
Obesity41.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Elevation91 ft (28 m)
Education
D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+92.5%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute40 min
Broadband53.6%
Libraries6
Is Huttig a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Huttig receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Huttig has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Huttig is $36,989, 51% below the national average of $75,149. At 16.8%, unemployment is notably high. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Huttig is $47,000, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Huttig enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Huttig has a population of 402 with a density of 135 people per square mile. The median age is 58.8 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (62.9%), with 36.1% White.
Population
58.8yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 86.6% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Spanish | 13.4% |
| 0% below US avg |
The median household income in Huttig is $36,989, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $36,989 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,482 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,186 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,803 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 16.8% |
| 367% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.2% |
| 2% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,165 |
| County GDP | $3,375M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Healthcare | 119 |
| Retail | 177 |
| Manufacturing | 42 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,340 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.11% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 39.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.6% |
The median home value in Huttig is $47,000, 83% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $47,000 |
| 83% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,340 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.11% |
In Huttig, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 36.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Huttig vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.9% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.7% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 4.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.3% |
| Depression | 22.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.6% |
| Premature Death | 15,152/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 50.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 119 |
Huttig has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
44°F Jan (6°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 63.2°F |
| 17% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.5 inches |
| 33% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 91 ft (28 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 135/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0403°N, 92.1797°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 05139 |