Albert City, IA

Iowa

Albert City is a small town in Iowa with a population of 680. Residents earn $76,094 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
680 Population 1,236/sq mi density
$76,094 Median Income $35,342 per capita
$92,500 Home Value $144,585 Zillow
$778 Median Rent 18.2% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$76,094 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,500 home value, $778/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,094
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $92,500
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $778
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population680
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density1,236/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,094
Per Capita$35,342
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$642M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,500
Rent$778
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$144,585
Rent Burden18.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Elevation1,322 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+88.7%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute28 min
Broadband90.4%
Libraries9

Is Albert City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Albert City receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Albert City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Albert City is $76,094, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Albert City is $92,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $778 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Albert City 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 32.8 inches, including 38.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Albert City has a population of 680 with a density of 1,236 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%), with 4.7% Hispanic.

Population

680
Total Population
1,236
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Albert City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.7%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.3%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Albert City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Albert City is $76,094, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Albert City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,094
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,342
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015
IRS Avg AGI$71,570

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)265
County GDP$642M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare17
Retail26
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Albert City is $92,500, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $778 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $144,585.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,500
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$144,585

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$778
33% below US avg
Rent Burden18.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Rate3.08%
In Albert City, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Albert City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death9,324/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access73.0%
Healthcare Facilities17

Crime Rates: Albert City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Albert City 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 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall38.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,322 ft (403 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,236/sq mi
Coordinates42.7816°N, 94.9491°W
County FIPS19151
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54-point margin. 90.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.3%
D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 54 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+88.7%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,236/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.4%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants12
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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