Beaman, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Beaman is a small town in Iowa with a population of 117. Residents earn $82,083 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
117 Population 616/sq mi density
$82,083 Median Income $45,000 per capita
$90,000 Home Value $211,945 Zillow
$688 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$82,083 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $688/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,083
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $688
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

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

People

Population117
Median Age57.4 yrs
Density616/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans17.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,083
Per Capita$45,000
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.9%
County GDP$732M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$211,945
Housing Units82
Rent Burden18.8%

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking13.9%
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,001 ft (305 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+97.8%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute24 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries6

Is Beaman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beaman receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Beaman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beaman is $82,083, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beaman is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Beaman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Beaman has a population of 117 with a density of 616 people per square mile. The median age is 57.4 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

117
Total Population
616
People / sq mi
57.4yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Beaman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Beaman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beaman is $82,083, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Beaman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,083
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,000
Avg Weekly Wage$1,118
IRS Avg AGI$89,602

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg
Establishments (County)389
County GDP$732M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare24
Retail39
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,000
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Beaman is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $211,945.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$211,945

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$92
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio91.1%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$688
41% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.1%
Housing Units82
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,000
14% above US avg
Effective Rate4.44%
In Beaman, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 21.2% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.9%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits68.7%
Premature Death5,156/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access83.5%
Healthcare Facilities24
Beaman has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.8 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) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,001 ft (305 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density616/sq mi
Coordinates42.2201°N, 92.8216°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.8-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.1%
D 28.3%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+97.8%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density616/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants19
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

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