Median Income
$86,346
15% higher than US avg
Home Value
$287,400
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
39.7%
18% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,040
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
28.8%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.9%
60% lower than US avg
How Hyde Park Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,100
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density1,694/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Economy
A+
Median Income$86,346
Per Capita$56,358
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$20,302M
Commute35 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$287,400
Rent$1,040
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity28.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation185 ft
Education
A
Bachelor's+39.7%
High School+92.4%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 47% / D 53%
Commute35 min
EV Stations3
Libraries25
Is Hyde Park a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hyde Park receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Hyde Park stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hyde Park is $86,346, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hyde Park is $287,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,040 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 39.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Hyde Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Hyde Park has a population of 2,100 with a density of 1,694 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.4%), with 7.4% Black.
Population
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Hyde Park vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.4% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.6% |
| 66% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Hyde Park vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Hyde Park is $86,346, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Income: Hyde Park vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $86,346 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $56,358 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,364 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $98,164 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.9% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 9,032 |
| County GDP | $20,302M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 828 |
| Healthcare | 840 |
| Retail | 1,059 |
| Manufacturing | 198 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,438 |
| 198% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.63% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.6 min |
| Work from Home | 9.3% |
The median home value in Hyde Park is $287,400, 2% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,040 (11% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $287,400 |
| 2% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $372,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $372,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $271 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.2% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,040 |
| 11% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,438 |
| 198% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.63% |
In Hyde Park, 28.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hyde Park vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 28.8% |
| 10% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.9% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.7% |
| Depression | 21.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 99.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 6,546/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 840 |
Crime Rates: Hyde Park vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
Safety Score
Hyde Park has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.5°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.2 inches |
| 24% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 185 ft (56 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,694/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.7836°N, 73.9347°W |
| County FIPS | 36027 |