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Big Rock, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Big Rock is a small town in Iowa with a population of 12.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
12 Population 36/sq mi density
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population12
Median Age62.1 yrs
Density36/mi²
Male / Female83% / 17%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans12.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$48,875
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$13,291M
Commute26 min

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation676 ft (206 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute26 min
Broadband10.0%
Libraries11

Is Big Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Big Rock receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Big Rock has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Education

16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Big Rock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 39.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Big Rock has a population of 12 with a density of 36 people per square mile. The median age is 62.1 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

12
Total Population
36
People / sq mi
62.1yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 83.3%
Female 16.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Big Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Big Rock is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Big Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$48,875
Avg Weekly Wage$1,176
IRS Avg AGI$86,464

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,239
County GDP$13,291M

Business (County)

Restaurants496
Healthcare523
Retail618
Manufacturing172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,638
90% above US avg
Cost of Living87.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Big Rock has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall39.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation676 ft (206 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates41.7691°N, 90.8265°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19163
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.9-point margin. 10.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.2%
D 47.3%

Winner: Republican by 3.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.7%
50% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density36/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access10.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities523
Restaurants496
Retail Stores618

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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