Median Income $125,625

67% higher than US avg

Home Value $261,500

7% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 12.3%

64% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.5%

11% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.3%

82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population88

Median Age41.5 yrs

Density1,257/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans57.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$125,625

Per Capita$38,656

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty2.3%

County GDP$9,160M

Commute27 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$261,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units22

Health

Obesity35.5%

Uninsured6.8%

Smoking16.0%

Depression20.7%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain38.8 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation1,221 ft (372 m)

Education

Bachelor's+12.3%

High School+96.5%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%

Commute27 min

Broadband30.0%

Libraries8

Is Balltown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Balltown receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Balltown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Balltown is $125,625, which is significantly higher than the national average — 67% above $75,149. This places Balltown among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Balltown is $261,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Balltown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°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 38.8 inches, including 36.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Balltown has a population of 88 with a density of 1,257 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

1,257

People / sq mi

41.5yrs

Median Age

7% above US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%

Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Balltown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	90.9%
	16% above US avg
Spanish	9.1%
	32% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Balltown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Balltown is $125,625, which is 67% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Balltown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$125,625
	67% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$38,656
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,128
IRS Avg AGI	$86,704

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.3%
	82% below US avg
Establishments (County)	3,728
County GDP	$9,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants	242
Healthcare	316
Retail	397
Manufacturing	149

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,807
	66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	2.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.7 min
Drive Alone	86.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Balltown is $261,500, 7% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$261,500
	7% 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	93.3%
Housing Units	22
Median Year Built	1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,807
	66% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.22%

In Balltown, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 20.7% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.5%
	11% above US avg
Diabetes	9.2%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	28.5%
Asthma	9.8%
COPD	6.2%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.0%
	14% above US avg
Binge Drinking	23.9%
Physical Inactivity	22.3%
Depression	20.7%
Mental Distress	17.5%
Physical Distress	11.7%
Short Sleep	34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.6%
Uninsured	6.8%
	21% below US avg
Checkup Rate	75.0%
Dental Visits	66.1%
Premature Death	6,844/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.7/10
Exercise Access	82.6%
Healthcare Facilities	316

Balltown has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	48.4°F
	10% below US avg
January Average	19°F (-7°C)
July Average	74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.8 inches
	2% above US avg
Snowfall	36.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,221 ft (372 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density	1,257/sq mi
Coordinates	42.6372°N, 90.8698°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19061

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.6-point margin. 30.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%

D 45.1%

Winner: Republican by 8.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	12.3%
	64% below US avg
High School+	96.5%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.73

D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	1,257/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	30.0%
Public Libraries	8
Healthcare Facilities	316
Restaurants	242
Retail Stores	397

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.7 min
Drive Alone	86.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Balltown, IA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Balltown a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Balltown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Balltown vs U.S. Average

Income: Balltown 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: Balltown 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

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