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Ayrshire, IA

Iowa

Ayrshire is a small town in Iowa with a population of 154. Residents earn $55,625 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
154 Population 700/sq mi density
$55,625 Median Income $27,848 per capita
$26,400 Home Value $135,556 Zillow
$1,250 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
47°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
4.1 / 5.0
$55,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$26,400 home value, $1,250/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,625
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $26,400
91% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.9%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,250
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population154
Median Age27.7 yrs
Density700/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans100.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,625
Per Capita$27,848
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$796M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$26,400
Rent$1,250
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$135,556
Housing Units91
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking14.6%
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,329 ft (405 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.9%
High School+97.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute15 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries5

Is Ayrshire a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ayrshire 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ayrshire stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ayrshire is $55,625, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ayrshire is $26,400, 91% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month. At just 0.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ayrshire experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches, including 37.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ayrshire has a population of 154 with a density of 700 people per square mile. The median age is 27.7 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.7%), with 18.8% Black.

Population

154
Total Population
700
People / sq mi
27.7yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.4%
Female 63.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ayrshire vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ayrshire vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ayrshire is $55,625, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Ayrshire vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,625
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,848
Avg Weekly Wage$912
IRS Avg AGI$71,314

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)336
County GDP$796M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare32
Retail41
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,525
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate13.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.2 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Ayrshire is $26,400, 91% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,250 (7% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,556.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$26,400
91% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$135,556

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,250
7% above US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%
Housing Units91
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,525
1% above US avg
Effective Rate13.35%
In Ayrshire, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 21.2% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.8%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep31.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits71.3%
Premature Death7,822/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access71.9%
Healthcare Facilities32
Ayrshire has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall37.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,329 ft (405 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density700/sq mi
Coordinates43.0396°N, 94.8340°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19147
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.9%
D 26.9%

Winner: Republican by 45 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.9%
17% below US avg
High School+97.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density700/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants25
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.2 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.5%

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