Albion, IA

Iowa

Albion is a small town in Iowa with a population of 617. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
617 Population 1,028/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $35,793 per capita
$105,400 Home Value $188,928 Zillow
$810 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,400 home value, $810/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,400
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $810
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population617
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density1,028/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 58%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$35,793
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$2,317M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,400
Rent$810
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$188,928

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Elevation957 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute24 min
Libraries7

Is Albion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Albion receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Albion offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Albion is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Albion is $105,400, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $810 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Albion experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Albion has a population of 617 with a density of 1,028 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.7%), with 4.2% Hispanic.

Population

617
Total Population
1,028
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Albion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only66.2%
16% below US avg
Spanish33.8%
152% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Albion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Albion is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Albion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,793
Avg Weekly Wage$1,070
IRS Avg AGI$66,742

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,026
County GDP$2,317M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare101
Retail116
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,348
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Albion is $105,400, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $810 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,928.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,400
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$188,928

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$63
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio87.4%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$810
30% 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

Owner-Occupied92.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,348
24% above US avg
Effective Rate4.13%
In Albion, 41.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.5%
29% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.9%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate60.7%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death9,261/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access82.6%
Healthcare Facilities101

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Albion has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°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

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation957 ft (292 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,028/sq mi
Coordinates42.1125°N, 92.9886°W
County FIPS19127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57%
D 41.4%

Winner: Republican by 15.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,028/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants83
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Work from Home2.3%

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