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Hardy

Iowa · 57 residents · 0.45 sq mi
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Hardy has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $2,499. Population has held roughly steady since 2000. Median home value has more than doubled since 2000, reaching $38,600. At a median age of 32.8, residents skew younger than the country as a whole. The poverty rate of 70.2% is well above the national figure. Households here earn about 96% less than the Iowa median.

At a glance
Lower income
below the US median
US median: $66,278
Younger
median age 32.8
US median: 38.8
Less educated
22% hold a bachelor's degree
US average: 33%
Less affordable
home values up 85%, inflation adjusted
US median home: $265,253
Section 01

Population & growth

Total population
57
Unchangedsince 2000
from 57 in 2000
1990 – 2025
Population density
127 / sq mi
Unchangedsince 2000
from 127 / sq mi in 2000
US average: 280
Median age
32.8
−19%since 2000
from 40.5 in 2000
US average: 38.8
Population, 1990 – 2024
12855811081990201020202024Hardy
202410
1990201020202024
Section 02

Income & economy

Median household income
$2,499
−94%inflation adjusted, since 2000
from $28,929 in 2000
US average: $66,278
1990 – 2021
Per capita income
$6,054
−53%since 2000
from $12,910 in 2000
US average: $35,364
Households earning $100K+
26.7%
+19.2 ptssince 2009
from 7.5% in 2009
US average: 43.9%
Poverty rate
70.2%
+54.8 ptssince 2000
from 15.4% in 2000
US average: 12.8%
Workforce by industry, 2020
Retail trade66.7%
US avg: 10%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing0%
US avg: 1.7%
Construction0%
US avg: 1.2%
Manufacturing0%
US avg: 0.5%
Wholesale trade0%
US avg: 6.7%
Transportation & warehousing0%
US avg: 2.5%
Information0%
US avg: 11.1%
Finance & insurance0%
US avg: 5.5%
Professional, scientific, technical0%
US avg: 4.7%
Education & health services0%
US avg: 0.8%
Arts, entertainment, food0%
US avg: 2%
Other services0%
US avg: 6.6%
Public administration0%
US avg: 4.7%
BARS: THIS PLACE · TICKS: US AVERAGE
Section 03

Housing

Median home value
$38,600
+85%inflation adjusted, since 2000
from $13,900 in 2000
US average: $265,253
1990 – 2021
Owner-occupied
95.2%
−4.8 ptssince 2000
from 100.0% in 2000
4.8% rent
Afford Score
15.4
+3115%since 2000
from 0.5 in 2000
1990 – 2021
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Section 04

Race & ethnicity

2000
White, non-Hispanic96.5%(55)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino0%(0)
Asian0%(0)
Other0%
Diversity Score0%(0)
2020
White, non-Hispanic89.5%(51)
Black1.8%(1)
Hispanic / Latino3.5%(2)
Asian0%(0)
Other8.8%(5)
Diversity Score30.5%(17)
Diversity Score
31
from 0 in 2000
1990 – 2024
Section 05

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher
22.2%
+19.4 ptssince 2000
from 2.8% in 2000
US average: 32.9%
High school or higher
88.9%
+25.0 ptssince 2000
from 63.9% in 2000
US average: 88.5%
Graduate degree
11.1%
+11.1 ptssince 2000
from 0.0% in 2000
US average: 12.7%
Section 06

Commute & transportation

Drive alone to work
100.0%
+18.9 ptssince 2009
from 81.1% in 2009
US average: 75.1%
No vehicle available
0.0%
−7.5 ptssince 2009
from 7.5% in 2009
US average: 8.4%
Section 07

Work & employment

Unemployment rate
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2011
from 0.0% in 2011
US average: 5.4%
Labor force participation
26.1%
−44.8 ptssince 2011
from 70.9% in 2011
US average: 63.4%
Management & professional
33.3%
−19.5 ptssince 2009
from 52.8% in 2009
US average: 39.3%
Section 08

People & community

Male
14.0%
−31.4 ptssince 2009
from 45.5% in 2009
Female
86.0%
+31.4 ptssince 2009
from 54.5% in 2009
Foreign born
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 13.5%
Uninsured
0.0%
−91.2 ptssince 2013
from 91.2% in 2013
US average: 8.8%
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Frequently asked

How many people live in Hardy, Iowa?

Hardy, Iowa has about 57 residents according to the 2020 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in Hardy, Iowa?

The typical household in Hardy, Iowa earns about $2,499 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is Hardy, Iowa expensive?

In Hardy, Iowa, the median home is worth about $38,600.

How educated are people in Hardy, Iowa?

About 22.2% of adults age 25 and over in Hardy, Iowa hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in Hardy, Iowa?

About 70.2% of people in Hardy, Iowa live below the federal poverty line.

Has Hardy, Iowa grown since 1990?

Yes, Hardy, Iowa has grown since 1990. The population has added about 19 residents, a change of about 50 percent over that period.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024

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