Alvord, IA

Iowa

Alvord is a small town in Iowa with a population of 203. Residents earn $70,972 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
203 Population 350/sq mi density
$70,972 Median Income $28,008 per capita
$85,600 Home Value $244,607 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,972 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,600 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,972
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,600
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population203
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density350/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans2.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,972
Per Capita$28,008
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,425M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$244,607

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Elevation1,328 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute31 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries6

Is Alvord a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alvord 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. Alvord offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alvord is $70,972, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alvord is $85,600, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Alvord experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches, including 34.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Alvord has a population of 203 with a density of 350 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

203
Total Population
350
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Alvord vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alvord vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alvord is $70,972, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Alvord vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,972
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,008
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$84,809

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)553
County GDP$1,425M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare26
Retail48
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,342
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.1 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Alvord is $85,600, 70% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $244,607.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,600
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$244,607

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,342
24% above US avg
Effective Rate5.07%
In Alvord, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.8%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death4,025/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access53.1%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Alvord has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall34.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,328 ft (405 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density350/sq mi
Coordinates43.3417°N, 96.3037°W
County FIPS19119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.8-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.5%
D 14.7%

Winner: Republican by 69.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density350/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants24
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.1 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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