Hull, Iowa

Hull, Iowa

Hull, Iowa, in Sioux county, is 38 miles SE of Sioux Falls, South Dakota (center to center) and 133 miles N of Omaha, Nebraska. The city is home to some 1,960 residents.

The People and Families of Hull

In Hull, about 73% of adults are married. A large portion of people in Hull are married. At the risk of over-generalizing, you could say that the city tends toward large families and full houses. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Hull had a median family income of $43,919. Home-based work is more common in Hull than in most places.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($1,200) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Hull. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Hull Housing

According to the 2000 census, 85% of the housing in Hull was owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Hull, 86% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the city it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. The relatively short commuting times in Hull let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

Hull strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Iowa):

Category	Trophy
Short Commute Times (vs. Peers)	Top 3%
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers)	Top 5%
Racial Diversity (vs. State)	Top 6%
Public Transportation Use (vs. State)	Top 14%

Comparative Profile of Hull, IA

Comparing Hull to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Iowa (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Children Under 5 Years Old
Racial Diversity
Senior Citizens
Male Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men
Female Share of the Population
Age of the Population

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Above Poverty
College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
Working at Home
Public Transportation Use

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
Housing Recently Built
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
People Living Alone
Seasonal and Vacation Housing

Hull Almanac

Hull Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Hull Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Hull residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Hull, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Hull High Schools (2004)

BOYDEN-HULL HIGH SCHOOL
801 1ST ST
712-439-2440
Serves 275 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 12.6

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