Casey, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Casey is a small town in Iowa with a population of 387. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
387 Population 523/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $27,506 per capita
$90,000 Home Value $184,828 Zillow
$844 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $844/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $844
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.9%
52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population387
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density523/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$27,506
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty18.9%
County GDP$753M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$844
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$184,828

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Elevation1,280 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+92.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute27 min
Libraries8

Is Casey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Casey receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Casey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Casey is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.9% 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 Casey is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $844 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Casey experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Casey has a population of 387 with a density of 523 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%).

Population

387
Total Population
523
People / sq mi
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Casey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Casey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Casey is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Casey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,506
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$87,854

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.9%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)395
County GDP$753M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare27
Retail36
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,696
63% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Work from Home14.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Casey is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $844 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,828.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$184,828

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$844
27% 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-Occupied77.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,696
63% above US avg
Effective Rate6.33%
In Casey, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death6,483/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access47.2%
Healthcare Facilities27

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Casey has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.0 inches
8% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density523/sq mi
Coordinates41.5075°N, 94.5214°W
County FIPS19077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 30.3%

Winner: Republican by 38 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+92.1%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density523/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants27
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Work from Home14.0%

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