Camanche, IA

Iowa

Camanche is a small town in Iowa with a population of 4,562. Residents earn $68,727 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
4,562 Population 514/sq mi density
$68,727 Median Income $35,664 per capita
$175,300 Home Value $199,181 Zillow
$815 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
114 Violent Crime/100K 1,117 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,727 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$175,300 home value, $815/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
114 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,727
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $175,300
38% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 114/100K
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $815
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,562
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density514/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,727
Per Capita$35,664
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$2,951M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$175,300
Rent$815
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$199,181

Crime

F
Violent114/100K
Property1,117/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault114/100K
Burglary228/100K

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Elevation580 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+97.2%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute18 min
Libraries7

Is Camanche a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Camanche receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Camanche offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Camanche is $68,727, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Camanche is $175,300, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $815 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Camanche is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 114 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,117 per 100,000, 43% below the national average.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Camanche experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Camanche has a population of 4,562 with a density of 514 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

4,562
Total Population
514
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
8.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Camanche vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Camanche vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Camanche is $68,727, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Camanche vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,727
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,664
Avg Weekly Wage$1,014
IRS Avg AGI$65,940

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,498
County GDP$2,951M

Business (County)

Restaurants117
Healthcare128
Retail162
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,438
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.6 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Camanche is $175,300, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $815 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,181.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$175,300
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$199,181
Median List Price$209,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$209,900
$/Sq Ft$137
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio96.5%
Price Drops62.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$815
30% 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-Occupied77.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,438
27% above US avg
Effective Rate2.53%
In Camanche, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.3%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death8,790/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access76.9%
Healthcare Facilities128
Camanche has a violent crime rate of 114 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,117 per 100,000 (43% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent114.0/100K
70% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault114.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,117.5/100K
43% below US avg
Burglary228.1/100K
Theft843.8/100K
Vehicle Theft45.6/100K
Arson22.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Camanche 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 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.5 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall31.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation580 ft (177 m)
Area8.9 sq mi (23.0 km²)
Population Density514/sq mi
Coordinates41.7927°N, 90.2762°W
County FIPS19045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.6%
D 39.8%

Winner: Republican by 18.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+97.2%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density514/sq mi
Total Area8.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities128
Restaurants117
Retail Stores162

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.6 min
Work from Home5.6%

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