Amana, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Amana is a small town in Iowa with a population of 650.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
650 Population 657/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $45,847 per capita
$237,900 Home Value $254,449 Zillow
$712 Median Rent 36.3% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
62.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $237,900
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 62.2%
85% higher than US avg
Median Rent $712
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population650
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density657/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$45,847
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$12,640M
Commute16 min

Housing

Home Value$237,900
Rent$712
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$254,449
Rent Burden36.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Elevation724 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+62.2%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 68%
Commute16 min
Broadband92.8%
EV Stations2
Libraries8

Is Amana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Amana receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Amana stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Amana is $237,900, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $712 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Amana is a highly educated community — 62.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Amana experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Amana has a population of 650 with a density of 657 people per square mile. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.1%).

Population

650
Total Population
657
People / sq mi
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Amana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Amana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Amana is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Amana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$45,847
Avg Weekly Wage$1,238
IRS Avg AGI$93,456

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,140
County GDP$12,640M

Business (County)

Restaurants448
Healthcare493
Retail492
Manufacturing80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,982
99% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.5 min
Drive Alone73.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Amana is $237,900, 16% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $712 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,449.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$237,900
16% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$254,449

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$712
39% below US avg
Rent Burden36.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,982
99% above US avg
Effective Rate2.93%
In Amana, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.4%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death4,821/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access89.7%
Healthcare Facilities493

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Amana has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.9 inches
6% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation724 ft (221 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density657/sq mi
Coordinates41.8036°N, 91.8752°W
County FIPS19103
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 62.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 38.1-point margin. 92.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.3%
D 68.4%

Winner: Democrat by 38.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+62.2%
85% above US avg
High School+97.3%
School Test Score5.73
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density657/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.8%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities493
Restaurants448
Retail Stores492

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.5 min
Drive Alone73.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.8%

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