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Castana, IA

Iowa

Castana is a small town in Iowa with a population of 157. Residents earn $55,833 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
157 Population 173/sq mi density
$55,833 Median Income $34,282 per capita
$67,500 Home Value
$725 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$55,833 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,500 home value, $725/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,833
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,500
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.0%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population157
Median Age59.7 yrs
Density173/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans9.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,833
Per Capita$34,282
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$462M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,500
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units99
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity41.1%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking16.4%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,131 ft (345 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+92.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute32 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries5

Is Castana a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Castana is $55,833, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Castana is $67,500, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Castana experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°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 32.1 inches, including 28.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Castana has a population of 157 with a density of 173 people per square mile. The median age is 59.7 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

157
Total Population
173
People / sq mi
59.7yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42%
Female 58%

Race & Ethnicity

Castana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Castana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Castana is $55,833, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Castana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,833
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,282
Avg Weekly Wage$879
IRS Avg AGI$70,442

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)299
County GDP$462M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare22
Retail38
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,800
9% above US avg
Cost of Living87.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit3.5%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Castana is $67,500, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,500
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.5%
Housing Units99
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,800
9% above US avg
Effective Rate5.63%
In Castana, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,072
Dentists1:2,829
Mental Health1:1,213
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits64.3%
Premature Death8,367/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access57.7%
Healthcare Facilities22
Castana has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.1 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall28.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,131 ft (345 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density173/sq mi
Coordinates42.0734°N, 95.9104°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.4-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 45.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+92.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density173/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants25
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit3.5%
Work from Home5.3%

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