Home Value $44,200

84% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 8.4%

75% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 42.5%

32% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.0%

72% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 17.6%

42% higher than US avg

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

People

Population121

Median Age54.1 yrs

Density233/mi²

Male / Female58% / 42%

Largest GroupWhite 74%

Veterans96.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$54,301

Unemployment1.0%

Poverty17.6%

County GDP$598M

Commute15 min

Housing

Home Value$44,200

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units63

Health

Obesity42.5%

Uninsured9.7%

Smoking18.1%

Depression21.1%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain35.0 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation1,119 ft (341 m)

Education

Bachelor's+8.4%

High School+96.8%

Graduate+0.9%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%

Commute15 min

Broadband50.0%

Libraries4

Is Bradgate a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bradgate receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Bradgate faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 17.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bradgate is $44,200, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Bradgate experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bradgate has a population of 121 with a density of 233 people per square mile. The median age is 54.1 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.4%), with 7.4% Black.

Population

121

Total Population

233

People / sq mi

54.1yrs

Median Age

39% above US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.9%

Female 42.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bradgate vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	95.5%
	22% above US avg
Spanish	4.5%
	66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bradgate vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bradgate is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Bradgate vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$54,301
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,014
IRS Avg AGI	$86,410

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.0%
	72% below US avg
Poverty Rate	17.6%
	42% above US avg
Establishments (County)	367
County GDP	$598M

Business (County)

Restaurants	20
Healthcare	21
Retail	38
Manufacturing	24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,919
	41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	11.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	14.8 min
Drive Alone	49.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	24.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Bradgate is $44,200, 84% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$44,200
	84% below US avg

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-Occupied	86.0%
Housing Units	63
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,919
	41% above US avg
Effective Rate	11.13%

In Bradgate, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.1% are current smokers. 21.1% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	42.5%
	32% above US avg
Diabetes	11.0%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	32.5%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	7.3%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.1%
	29% above US avg
Binge Drinking	22.6%
Physical Inactivity	27.2%
Depression	21.1%
Mental Distress	18.3%
Physical Distress	13.7%
Short Sleep	35.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.9%
Uninsured	9.7%
	13% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.1%
Dental Visits	62.7%
Premature Death	7,220/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	63.8%
Healthcare Facilities	21

Bradgate has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.0 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	46.2°F
	14% below US avg
January Average	16°F (-9°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	35.0 inches
	8% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,119 ft (341 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density	233/sq mi
Coordinates	42.8030°N, 94.4206°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19091

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.4%

D 24.4%

Winner: Republican by 50 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	8.4%
	75% below US avg
High School+	96.8%
Graduate Degree+	0.9%
School Test Score	5.73

D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	233/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	50.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	21
Restaurants	20
Retail Stores	38

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	14.8 min
Drive Alone	49.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	24.6%

Bradgate, IA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Bradgate a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Bradgate vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Bradgate vs U.S. Average

Income: Bradgate vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities