Anthon, IA

Iowa

Anthon is a small town in Iowa with a population of 488. Residents earn $52,500 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
488 Population 687/sq mi density
$52,500 Median Income $33,188 per capita
$94,800 Home Value $187,750 Zillow
$1,035 Median Rent 28.4% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$52,500 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,800 home value, $1,035/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,500
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $94,800
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.3%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,035
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population488
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density687/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,500
Per Capita$33,188
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$746M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,800
Rent$1,035
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$187,750
Rent Burden28.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Elevation1,119 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.3%
High School+95.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute27 min
Libraries5

Is Anthon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Anthon receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Anthon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Anthon is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Anthon is $94,800, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,035 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Anthon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Anthon has a population of 488 with a density of 687 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.7%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

488
Total Population
687
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Anthon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Anthon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Anthon is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Anthon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,500
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,188
Avg Weekly Wage$1,161
IRS Avg AGI$86,968

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)302
County GDP$746M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare19
Retail35
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,958
13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Anthon is $94,800, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,035 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,750.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,800
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$187,750

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$122
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,035
11% below US avg
Rent Burden28.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,958
13% above US avg
Effective Rate4.18%
In Anthon, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death6,456/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access74.2%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Anthon has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.1 inches
16% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,119 ft (341 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density687/sq mi
Coordinates42.3881°N, 95.8655°W
County FIPS19093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.1%
D 22.7%

Winner: Republican by 53.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.3%
25% below US avg
High School+95.3%
School Test Score5.73
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density687/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants16
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Work from Home4.2%

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