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Blockton, IA

Iowa

Blockton is a small town in Iowa with a population of 137. Residents earn $77,917 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
137 Population 214/sq mi density
$77,917 Median Income $35,115 per capita
$729 Median Rent 14.1% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 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
$77,917 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$729/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,917
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $729
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population137
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density214/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,917
Per Capita$35,115
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$74M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$729
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units101
Rent Burden14.1%

Health

Obesity39.9%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking17.5%
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,121 ft (342 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+95.7%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute33 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries1

Is Blockton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blockton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Blockton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blockton is $77,917, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $729 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Blockton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°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 37.0 inches, including 20.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Blockton has a population of 137 with a density of 214 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.5%), with 9.5% Hispanic.

Population

137
Total Population
214
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Blockton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Blockton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blockton is $77,917, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Blockton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,917
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,115
Avg Weekly Wage$644
IRS Avg AGI$46,645

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)68
County GDP$74M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare4
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $729 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$729
37% below US avg
Rent Burden14.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.1%
Housing Units101
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

In Blockton, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 21.6% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.6%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep34.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits63.8%
Premature Death10,673/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access54.9%
Healthcare Facilities4
Blockton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall20.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,121 ft (342 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density214/sq mi
Coordinates40.6169°N, 94.4778°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS29227
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.6-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.8%
D 17.2%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+95.7%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density214/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants3
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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