Britt, IA

Iowa

Britt is a small town in Iowa with a population of 1,919. Residents earn $64,257 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,919 Population 1,432/sq mi density
$64,257 Median Income $32,425 per capita
$96,300 Home Value $153,601 Zillow
$1,036 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$64,257 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,300 home value, $1,036/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,257
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,300
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.6%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,036
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,919
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density1,432/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,257
Per Capita$32,425
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$1,204M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,300
Rent$1,036
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$153,601

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Elevation1,227 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.6%
High School+88.8%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute21 min
Libraries7

Is Britt a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Britt is $64,257, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Britt is $96,300, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,036 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Britt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Britt has a population of 1,919 with a density of 1,432 people per square mile. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%).

Population

1,919
Total Population
1,432
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Britt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Britt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Britt is $64,257, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Britt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,257
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,425
Avg Weekly Wage$1,152
IRS Avg AGI$77,191

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)379
County GDP$1,204M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare25
Retail36
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,211
8% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Britt is $96,300, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,036 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $153,601.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,300
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$153,601

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,036
11% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,211
8% below US avg
Effective Rate3.33%
In Britt, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death6,876/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access70.9%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Britt has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,227 ft (374 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density1,432/sq mi
Coordinates43.0984°N, 93.8031°W
County FIPS19081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 25.7%

Winner: Republican by 47.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.6%
24% below US avg
High School+88.8%
School Test Score5.73
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,432/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants14
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Work from Home9.5%

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