What are the schools like in Hatton, ND?

Hatton is served primarily by HATTON EIELSON 7. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 7.9:1.

What is the median household income in Hatton?

The median household income in Hatton, ND is $67,500 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.7%.

What is the weather like in Hatton, ND?

Hatton has an average high temperature of 16.1°F in January and 80.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 48.4 inches.

Hatton, ND Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Hatton, ND affordable or expensive?

Hatton's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hatton is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $119,400 and the median rent is $595 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Hatton, ND?

Hatton has a violent crime rate of 24.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 497.8 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Hatton, ND a Good Place to Live?

Hatton is a small town of 642 in North Dakota, with a median household income of $67,500 and a 2.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Hatton stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Hatton is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hatton city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 87.6

Hatton's overall cost of living index is 87.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hatton costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hatton, ND	National Avg
Median Home Value	$119,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$595	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	80.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$67,500	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Hatton's violent crime rate is 24.9 per 100,000 residents — 93% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

24.9 /100k

Property Crime

497.8 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Hatton is served primarily by HATTON EIELSON 7. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hatton, ND	National Avg
School District	HATTON EIELSON 7	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	7.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	18.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hatton sees average highs of 16.1°F in January and 80.1°F in July, with 23.9 inches of annual precipitation and 48.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hatton, ND
Average High — January	16.1°F
Average High — July	80.1°F
Annual Precipitation	23.9"
Annual Snowfall	48.4"

Demographics

Metric	Hatton, ND	National Avg
Population	642	—
Median Age	52.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	17.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	89.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	6.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.3%	6.3%
Under 18	17.3%	22.2%
65 and over	23.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Northwood, ND 8 mi Portland, ND 10 mi Mayville, ND 11 mi Reynolds, ND 17 mi Buxton, ND 17 mi

ZIP Codes in Hatton

Hatton, ND is covered by 1 ZIP code:

58240

Hatton vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hatton, ND affordable or expensive?

Hatton's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hatton roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $119,400 and median rent is $595/month.

What is the crime rate in Hatton, ND?

Hatton's violent crime rate is 24.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 497.8 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Hatton?

Public schools in Hatton are operated by HATTON EIELSON 7. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.9:1. 18.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hatton, ND a good place to live?

Hatton, ND has a population of 642, a median household income of $67,500, and an unemployment rate of 2.7%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Hatton?

Hatton averages 16.1°F in January and 80.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 23.9 inches with about 48.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hatton?

Hatton, ND is covered by 1 ZIP code: 58240.

What is the population of Hatton?

The population of Hatton, North Dakota is 642 with a median age of 52.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hatton?

Key numbers for living in Hatton: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $119,400, median household income $67,500, crime index 13 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hatton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.