Median Income
$61,667
18% lower than US avg
Home Value
$99,200
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$677
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.9%
69% lower than US avg
How Ackley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,554
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density632/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Economy
A
Median Income$61,667
Per Capita$32,878
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$1,142M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$99,200
Rent$677
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$135,480
Health
Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Elevation1,082 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute23 min
Libraries8
Is Ackley a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ackley receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Ackley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ackley is $61,667, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ackley is $99,200, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $677 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Ackley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 27.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Ackley has a population of 1,554 with a density of 632 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.5%), with 3.9% Hispanic.
Population
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 90.6% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Spanish | 9.4% |
| 30% below US avg |
The median household income in Ackley is $61,667, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,667 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,878 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,040 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,609 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.9% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 650 |
| County GDP | $1,142M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Healthcare | 53 |
| Retail | 64 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,023 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.06% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.6 min |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |
The median home value in Ackley is $99,200, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $677 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,480.
Home Values
| Census Median | $99,200 |
| 65% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $135,480 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $677 |
| 42% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,023 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.06% |
In Ackley, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ackley vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.8% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.8% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.8% |
| Depression | 21.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,029/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 53 |
Crime Rates: Ackley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Ackley has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 46.7°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.1 inches |
| 0% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 27.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,082 ft (330 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 632/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.5517°N, 93.0523°W |
| County FIPS | 19083 |