Ackworth, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Ackworth is a small town in Iowa with a population of 92. Residents earn $115,625 per year, which is 54% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
92 Population 167/sq mi density
$115,625 Median Income $46,798 per capita
$400,000 Home Value $442,977 Zillow
$1,200 Median Rent 42.5% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$115,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $1,200/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $115,625
54% higher than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.2%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,200
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.1%
30% higher than US avg

How Ackworth Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population92
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density167/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans65.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$115,625
Per Capita$46,798
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.1%
County GDP$1,885M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$400,000
Rent$1,200
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$442,977
Housing Units34
Rent Burden42.5%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured5.0%
Smoking10.7%
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation864 ft (263 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.2%
High School+98.4%
Graduate+10.9%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute31 min
Broadband33.0%
Libraries6

Is Ackworth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ackworth receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Ackworth stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ackworth is $115,625, which is significantly higher than the national average — 54% above $75,149. This places Ackworth among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ackworth is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,200 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ackworth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ackworth has a population of 92 with a density of 167 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.8%), with 15.2% Hispanic.

Population

92
Total Population
167
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.2%
Female 59.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ackworth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ackworth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ackworth is $115,625, which is 54% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Ackworth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$115,625
54% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,798
Avg Weekly Wage$985
IRS Avg AGI$93,680

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.1%
30% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,410
County GDP$1,885M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare91
Retail108
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,817
66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Ackworth is $400,000, 42% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,200 (3% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $442,977.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$442,977

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,200
3% above US avg
Rent Burden42.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.7%
Housing Units34
Median Year Built2002

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,817
66% above US avg
Effective Rate1.45%
In Ackworth, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.0% of residents lack health insurance. 10.7% are current smokers. 20.3% report depression. 18.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ackworth vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.2%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.7%
24% below US avg
Binge Drinking24.9%
Physical Inactivity18.1%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress9.6%
Short Sleep31.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.0%
42% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits71.0%
Premature Death6,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access76.2%
Healthcare Facilities91
Ackworth has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.5 inches
1% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation864 ft (263 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density167/sq mi
Coordinates41.3642°N, 93.4723°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19181
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin. 33.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.7%
D 38.9%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.2%
28% below US avg
High School+98.4%
Graduate Degree+10.9%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density167/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access33.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities91
Restaurants83
Retail Stores108

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

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