Bertram, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Bertram is a small town in Iowa with a population of 222. Residents earn $100,000 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
222 Population 145/sq mi density
$100,000 Median Income $53,425 per capita
$273,300 Home Value $327,700 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$273,300 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,000
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $273,300
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.3%
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population222
Median Age56.6 yrs
Density145/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$100,000
Per Capita$53,425
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$12,640M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$273,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$327,700

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Elevation778 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.3%
High School+98.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 68%
Commute19 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries8

Is Bertram a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bertram receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Bertram stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bertram is $100,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Bertram among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bertram is $273,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Bertram experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bertram has a population of 222 with a density of 145 people per square mile. The median age is 56.6 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

222
Total Population
145
People / sq mi
56.6yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bertram vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bertram vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bertram is $100,000, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Bertram vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,000
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,425
Avg Weekly Wage$1,238
IRS Avg AGI$93,456

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,140
County GDP$12,640M

Business (County)

Restaurants448
Healthcare493
Retail492
Manufacturing80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,982
99% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bertram is $273,300, 3% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $327,700.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$273,300
3% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$327,700

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-Occupied95.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,982
99% above US avg
Effective Rate2.55%
In Bertram, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 18.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure25.7%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.8%
Physical Inactivity18.4%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress10.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death4,821/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access89.7%
Healthcare Facilities493

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Bertram has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.9 inches
6% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation778 ft (237 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density145/sq mi
Coordinates41.9517°N, 91.5378°W
County FIPS19103
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 35.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 38.1-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.3%
D 68.4%

Winner: Democrat by 38.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.3%
5% above US avg
High School+98.3%
School Test Score5.73
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density145/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities493
Restaurants448
Retail Stores492

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.1%

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