Bronson, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Bronson is a small town in Iowa with a population of 302. Residents earn $83,500 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
302 Population 863/sq mi density
$83,500 Median Income $33,854 per capita
$164,600 Home Value $273,641 Zillow
48°F Avg Temperature 260 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
$83,500 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$164,600 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,500
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $164,600
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population302
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density863/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans9.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$83,500
Per Capita$33,854
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$7,028M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$164,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$273,641
Housing Units124

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking13.7%
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain30.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,105 ft (337 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+99.0%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute23 min
Broadband93.1%
Libraries13

Is Bronson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bronson receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Bronson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bronson is $83,500, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.6% 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 Bronson is $164,600, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Bronson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bronson has a population of 302 with a density of 863 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%), with 5.3% Hispanic.

Population

302
Total Population
863
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Bronson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bronson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bronson is $83,500, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Bronson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,500
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,854
Avg Weekly Wage$1,052
IRS Avg AGI$66,517

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,308
County GDP$7,028M

Business (County)

Restaurants269
Healthcare311
Retail389
Manufacturing85

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,875
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Bronson is $164,600, 42% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $273,641.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,600
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$273,641

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units124
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,875
39% above US avg
Effective Rate2.96%
In Bronson, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.7% are current smokers. 21.0% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.7%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep30.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits66.4%
Premature Death9,159/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access90.8%
Healthcare Facilities311
Bronson has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.3 inches
20% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,105 ft (337 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density863/sq mi
Coordinates42.4090°N, 96.2105°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19193
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin. 93.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.9%
D 37.8%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+99.0%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density863/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.1%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities311
Restaurants269
Retail Stores389

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%

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