Blencoe, IA

Iowa

Blencoe is a small town in Iowa with a population of 264. Residents earn $81,705 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
264 Population 347/sq mi density
$81,705 Median Income $41,557 per capita
$69,200 Home Value $141,232 Zillow
$1,281 Median Rent 12.9% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$81,705 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$69,200 home value, $1,281/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,705
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $69,200
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.4%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,281
10% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population264
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density347/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans16.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,705
Per Capita$41,557
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$438M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$69,200
Rent$1,281
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$141,232
Housing Units115
Rent Burden12.9%

Health

Obesity41.3%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking15.4%
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,043 ft (318 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+92.7%
Graduate+7.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute23 min
Broadband92.5%
Libraries3

Is Blencoe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blencoe receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Blencoe stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blencoe is $81,705, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blencoe is $69,200, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,281 per month. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Blencoe 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 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches, including 45.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Blencoe has a population of 264 with a density of 347 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

264
Total Population
347
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Blencoe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Blencoe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blencoe is $81,705, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Blencoe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,705
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,557
Avg Weekly Wage$851
IRS Avg AGI$70,788

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)243
County GDP$438M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare16
Retail24
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,800
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Drive Alone90.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Blencoe is $69,200, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,281 (10% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,232.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$69,200
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$141,232

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,281
10% above US avg
Rent Burden12.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.6%
Housing Units115
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,800
9% above US avg
Effective Rate5.49%
In Blencoe, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 21.6% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep32.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits68.0%
Premature Death12,044/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access55.6%
Healthcare Facilities16
Blencoe 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 39.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall45.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,043 ft (318 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density347/sq mi
Coordinates41.9303°N, 96.0821°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.1-point margin. 92.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72%
D 26.9%

Winner: Republican by 45.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.4%
39% below US avg
High School+92.7%
Graduate Degree+7.3%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density347/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants11
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Drive Alone90.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

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