Apartments for rent in Hazleton, IA

The small town of Hazleton, Iowa is home to just under 1,000 residents. Young adults (15-24) account for a higher percentage of the population here (19%) than nationally (14%), meaning they will find plenty of activities, while young professionals are less well-represented. Overall, the town's population, at an average age of just under 38, is younger than most cities in Iowa. Renters tend to be in the minority in Hazleton, and 66% of residents own their homes. Renting remains an affordable option, though, as the town boasts a relatively low average rent of $581/month. Over the course of a year, renters in Hazleton will save around $2,700 compared to the state average.

Hazleton has an average commute time of about 24 minutes. Many residents (47%) drive themselves to work, while public transit isn't used extensively. Not many commuters (7%) walk to work, though the number far exceeds the national average.

Compared to the national average (5%), Hazleton has a high concentration of residents older than 25 with an Associate's degree (9%). In addition, 6% have earned a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree. Many Hazleton residents work in one of three industries: manufacturing, healthcare, and retail. Combined, these industries make up 28% of the labor force in the town. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many residents work in transportation, as 11% of the town's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any career path. With an average annual income of around $60,000, Hazleton workers bring in around $8,000 less than the average Iowa resident. The town's average income also trails the national average of $73,345.