Bachelor's+ 100.0%

197% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11

Median Age38.5 yrs

Density24/mi²

Male / Female100% / 0%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans11.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per CapitaN/A

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$13,291M

Commute22 min

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain37.1 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation763 ft (233 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+100.0%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%

Commute22 min

Broadband11.0%

Libraries11

Is Argo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Argo 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, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Argo 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 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Education

Argo is a highly educated community — 100.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Argo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Argo has a population of 11 with a density of 24 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

38.5yrs

Median Age

1% below US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 100%

Female 0%

Race & Ethnicity

Argo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Argo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Argo is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Argo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Avg Weekly Wage	$1,176
IRS Avg AGI	$86,464

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	6,239
County GDP	$13,291M

Business (County)

Restaurants	496
Healthcare	523
Retail	618
Manufacturing	172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,638
	90% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

Argo has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	50.6°F
	6% below US avg
January Average	22°F (-5°C)
July Average	76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	37.1 inches
	2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	763 ft (233 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density	24/sq mi
Coordinates	41.6258°N, 90.4341°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19163

It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 100.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (197% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.9-point margin. 11.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.2%

D 47.3%

Winner: Republican by 3.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	100.0%
	197% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.73

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	24/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	11.0%
Public Libraries	11
Healthcare Facilities	523
Restaurants	496
Retail Stores	618

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	16
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Argo, IA

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

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Economy

Climate

Education

Community

Is Argo a Good Place to Live?

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Argo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Argo vs U.S. Average

Income: Argo vs U.S.

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

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2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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