Median Income $46,250

38% lower than US avg

Home Value $73,300

74% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 26.4%

22% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.7%

8% higher than US avg

Unemployment 6.9%

92% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 6.3%

49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population79

Median Age47.8 yrs

Density158/mi²

Male / Female57% / 43%

Largest GroupWhite 73%

Veterans64.0%

Economy

Median Income$46,250

Per Capita$35,967

Unemployment6.9%

Poverty6.3%

County GDP$234M

Commute20 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$73,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units31

Health

Obesity34.7%

Uninsured5.8%

Smoking14.4%

Depression22.3%

Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain38.0 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation1,267 ft (386 m)

Education

Bachelor's+26.4%

High School+94.3%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%

Commute20 min

Broadband28.0%

Libraries1

Is Arispe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arispe receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Arispe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arispe is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arispe is $73,300, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x 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%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Arispe experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches, including 26.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Arispe has a population of 79 with a density of 158 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.4%), with 22.8% Hispanic.

Population

Total Population

158

People / sq mi

47.8yrs

Median Age

23% above US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%

Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Arispe 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

Arispe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arispe is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Arispe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$46,250
	38% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$35,967
Avg Weekly Wage	$889
IRS Avg AGI	$60,255

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.9%
	92% above US avg
Poverty Rate	6.3%
	49% below US avg
Establishments (County)	182
County GDP	$234M

Business (County)

Restaurants	13
Healthcare	11
Retail	18
Manufacturing	4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,583
	88% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	8.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	19.5 min
Drive Alone	59.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Arispe is $73,300, 74% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$73,300
	74% 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-Occupied	92.9%
Housing Units	31
Median Year Built	1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,583
	88% above US avg
Effective Rate	8.98%

In Arispe, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.7%
	8% above US avg
Diabetes	8.3%
Heart Disease	4.9%
High Blood Pressure	29.2%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	5.4%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.4%
	3% above US avg
Binge Drinking	22.1%
Physical Inactivity	22.0%
Depression	22.3%
Mental Distress	18.0%
Physical Distress	11.4%
Short Sleep	31.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	84.6%
Uninsured	5.8%
	33% below US avg
Checkup Rate	75.8%
Dental Visits	70.2%
Premature Death	8,711/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.9/10
Exercise Access	53.7%
Healthcare Facilities	11

Arispe has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	49.2°F
	9% below US avg
January Average	21°F (-6°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.0 inches
	0% below US avg
Snowfall	26.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,267 ft (386 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density	158/sq mi
Coordinates	40.9490°N, 94.2190°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19159

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 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 51.3-point margin. 28.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%

D 23.8%

Winner: Republican by 51.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	26.4%
	22% below US avg
High School+	94.3%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.73

B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	158/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	28.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	11
Restaurants	13
Retail Stores	18

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	19.5 min
Drive Alone	59.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.5%

Arispe, IA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Arispe a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Arispe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Arispe vs U.S. Average

Income: Arispe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities