Augusta, IA

Iowa

Augusta is a small town in Iowa with a population of 47.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
47 Population 63/sq mi density
$87,900 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $87,900
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population47
Median Age70.1 yrs
Density63/mi²
Male / Female77% / 23%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans47.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$36,800
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,924M
Commute32 min

Housing

Home Value$87,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units41

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation619 ft (189 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute32 min
Broadband36.0%
Libraries2

Is Augusta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Augusta receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Augusta 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 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Augusta is $87,900, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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

Augusta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°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 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Augusta has a population of 47 with a density of 63 people per square mile. The median age is 70.1 years, 80% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

47
Total Population
63
People / sq mi
70.1yrs
Median Age
80% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 76.6%
Female 23.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Augusta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Augusta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Augusta 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 32 minutes.

Income: Augusta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$36,800
Avg Weekly Wage$1,014
IRS Avg AGI$78,958

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,405
County GDP$2,924M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare142
Retail168
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,670
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Augusta is $87,900, 69% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,900
69% 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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units41
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,670
33% above US avg
Effective Rate5.31%
Augusta has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation619 ft (189 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density63/sq mi
Coordinates40.7618°N, 91.2772°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.1-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%
D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 15.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density63/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities142
Restaurants101
Retail Stores168

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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