Allison, IA

Iowa

Allison is a small town in Iowa with a population of 1,028. Residents earn $64,306 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,028 Population 351/sq mi density
$64,306 Median Income $35,852 per capita
$104,600 Home Value $165,654 Zillow
$619 Median 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
$64,306 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,600 home value, $619/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,306
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,600
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $619
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,028
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density351/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,306
Per Capita$35,852
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$705M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,600
Rent$619
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,654

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Elevation1,048 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+91.8%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute25 min
Libraries8

Is Allison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Allison 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Allison offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Allison is $64,306, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Allison is $104,600, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $619 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

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Allison experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Allison has a population of 1,028 with a density of 351 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).

Population

1,028
Total Population
351
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Allison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Allison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Allison is $64,306, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Allison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,306
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,852
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$72,290

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)424
County GDP$705M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare28
Retail44
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,327
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Allison is $104,600, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $619 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,654.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,600
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,654

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$619
47% 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-Occupied72.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,327
5% below US avg
Effective Rate3.18%
In Allison, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.6%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death5,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities28

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Allison has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.4 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,048 ft (319 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density351/sq mi
Coordinates42.7520°N, 92.7957°W
County FIPS19023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 26.7%

Winner: Republican by 45.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+91.8%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density351/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants19
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Work from Home2.2%

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