Archer, IA

Iowa

Archer is a small town in Iowa with a population of 144. Residents earn $66,250 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
144 Population 1,600/sq mi density
$66,250 Median Income $31,865 per capita
$59,200 Home Value $215,358 Zillow
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,250 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$59,200 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,250
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $59,200
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.4%
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population144
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density1,600/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans98.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,250
Per Capita$31,865
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$1,250M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$59,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$215,358
Housing Units68

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking17.6%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,470 ft (448 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.4%
High School+94.5%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute14 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries7

Is Archer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Archer receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Archer stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Archer is $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Archer is $59,200, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Archer has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches, including 41.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Archer has a population of 144 with a density of 1,600 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

144
Total Population
1,600
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Archer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Archer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Archer is $66,250, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Archer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,250
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,865
Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$80,168

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)626
County GDP$1,250M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare44
Retail79
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,914
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.5 min
Drive Alone95.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Archer is $59,200, 79% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $215,358.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,200
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$215,358

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-Occupied83.1%
Housing Units68
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,914
12% above US avg
Effective Rate6.61%
In Archer, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.6% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.6%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.3%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits64.7%
Premature Death8,489/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access87.3%
Healthcare Facilities44
Archer has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.1 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall41.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,470 ft (448 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,600/sq mi
Coordinates43.1150°N, 95.7442°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19141
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.9-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80%
D 19%

Winner: Republican by 60.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.4%
22% below US avg
High School+94.5%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score5.73
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,600/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities44
Restaurants28
Retail Stores79

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.5 min
Drive Alone95.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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