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Burr Oak, IA

Iowa

Burr Oak is a small town in Iowa with a population of 234. Residents earn $62,813 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
234 Population 339/sq mi density
$62,813 Median Income $23,359 per capita
$130,900 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$62,813 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,900 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,813
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,900
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 52.8%
326% higher than US avg

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

People

Population234
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density339/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,813
Per Capita$23,359
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty52.8%
County GDP$1,354M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units109
Rent Burden25.2%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking14.8%
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,255 ft (383 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+93.7%
Graduate+5.7%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute27 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries5

Is Burr Oak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burr Oak receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Burr Oak offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burr Oak is $62,813, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 52.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burr Oak is $130,900, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Burr Oak experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 37.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Burr Oak has a population of 234 with a density of 339 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

234
Total Population
339
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Burr Oak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Burr Oak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burr Oak is $62,813, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 52.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Burr Oak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,813
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,359
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$79,419

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate52.8%
326% above US avg
Establishments (County)767
County GDP$1,354M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare59
Retail96
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,702
34% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Burr Oak is $130,900, 54% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,900
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.8%
Housing Units109
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,702
34% above US avg
Effective Rate3.59%
In Burr Oak, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 18.6% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Burr Oak vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma8.9%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking25.0%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep29.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.9%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.1%
Dental Visits67.9%
Premature Death4,480/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access74.3%
Healthcare Facilities59
Burr Oak has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 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) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall37.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,255 ft (383 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density339/sq mi
Coordinates43.4580°N, 91.8619°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19191
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.3-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.9%
D 44.6%

Winner: Republican by 9.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.6%
77% below US avg
High School+93.7%
Graduate Degree+5.7%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density339/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants60
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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