Beaverdale, IA

Iowa

Beaverdale is a small town in Iowa with a population of 905. Residents earn $66,000 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
905 Population 286/sq mi density
$66,000 Median Income $40,443 per capita
$171,200 Home Value
$1,369 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$66,000 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$171,200 home value, $1,369/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,000
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $171,200
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.1%
5% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,369
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population905
Median Age50.6 yrs
Density286/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,000
Per Capita$40,443
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$2,924M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$171,200
Rent$1,369
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation679 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.1%
High School+85.6%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute11 min
Libraries2

Is Beaverdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beaverdale receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Beaverdale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beaverdale is $66,000, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beaverdale is $171,200, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,369 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Beaverdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Beaverdale has a population of 905 with a density of 286 people per square mile. The median age is 50.6 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%).

Population

905
Total Population
286
People / sq mi
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43%
Female 57%

Race & Ethnicity

Beaverdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Beaverdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beaverdale is $66,000, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Beaverdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,000
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,443
Avg Weekly Wage$1,014
IRS Avg AGI$78,958

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% 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 Rate2.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Beaverdale is $171,200, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,369 (18% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$171,200
39% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,369
18% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,670
33% above US avg
Effective Rate2.73%
In Beaverdale, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death9,424/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access82.3%
Healthcare Facilities142

Crime Rates: Beaverdale vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Beaverdale 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density286/sq mi
Coordinates40.8486°N, 91.2023°W
County FIPS19057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%
D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 15.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.1%
5% below US avg
High School+85.6%
School Test Score5.73
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density286/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities142
Restaurants101
Retail Stores168

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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