Aredale, IA

Iowa

Aredale is a small town in Iowa with a population of 46. Residents earn $28,000 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
46 Population 46/sq mi density
$28,000 Median Income $26,926 per capita
$58,300 Home Value
47°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$28,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,300 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,000
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,300
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population46
Median Age53.0 yrs
Density46/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans40.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,000
Per Capita$26,926
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$790M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Elevation1,024 ft (312 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+89.5%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute26 min
Broadband26.0%
Libraries4

Is Aredale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aredale receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Aredale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Aredale is $28,000, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Aredale is $58,300, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Aredale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Aredale has a population of 46 with a density of 46 people per square mile. The median age is 53.0 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

46
Total Population
46
People / sq mi
53.0yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Aredale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Aredale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aredale is $28,000, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Aredale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,000
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,926
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$73,117

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)364
County GDP$790M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare26
Retail36
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,431
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Aredale is $58,300, 79% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,300
79% below US avg

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-Occupied69.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,431
2% below US avg
Effective Rate5.89%
Aredale has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,024 ft (312 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates42.8332°N, 93.0054°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.7-point margin. 26.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.2%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+89.5%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density46/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants15
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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