Andrew, IA

Iowa

Andrew is a small town in Iowa with a population of 393. Residents earn $64,292 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
393 Population 1,572/sq mi density
$64,292 Median Income $35,610 per capita
$122,400 Home Value $147,660 Zillow
$956 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$64,292 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,400 home value, $956/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,292
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,400
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $956
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population393
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density1,572/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,292
Per Capita$35,610
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$907M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,400
Rent$956
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$147,660

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Elevation883 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+92.8%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute29 min
Libraries4

Is Andrew a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Andrew receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Andrew offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Andrew is $64,292, 14% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Andrew is $122,400, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $956 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Andrew 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 36.7 inches, including 30.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Andrew has a population of 393 with a density of 1,572 people per square mile. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

393
Total Population
1,572
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Andrew vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Andrew vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Andrew is $64,292, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Andrew vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,292
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,610
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$67,979

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg
Establishments (County)674
County GDP$907M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare42
Retail76
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,900
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Andrew is $122,400, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $956 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $147,660.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,400
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$147,660

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$956
18% 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-Occupied74.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,900
11% above US avg
Effective Rate3.19%
In Andrew, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.1%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death6,844/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access61.9%
Healthcare Facilities42

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Andrew 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 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall30.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation883 ft (269 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,572/sq mi
Coordinates42.1532°N, 90.5923°W
County FIPS19097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.6%
D 33.1%

Winner: Republican by 32.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,572/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants38
Retail Stores76

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Work from Home5.6%

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