Median Income $70,377

6% lower than US avg

Home Value $85,900

70% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 47.7%

42% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.5%

20% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population146

Median Age39.7 yrs

Density1,460/mi²

Male / Female14% / 86%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans96.0%

Economy

Median Income$70,377

Per Capita$37,670

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$790M

Commute18 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$85,900

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units74

Health

Obesity38.5%

Uninsured10.0%

Smoking15.4%

Depression19.0%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain38.1 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation1,154 ft (352 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+47.7%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%

Commute18 min

Broadband90.0%

Libraries4

Is Chapin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chapin receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Chapin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chapin is $70,377, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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 Chapin is $85,900, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Chapin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Chapin has a population of 146 with a density of 1,460 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

146

Total Population

1,460

People / sq mi

39.7yrs

Median Age

2% above US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 14.4%

Female 85.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Chapin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	35.8%
	54% below US avg
Spanish	64.2%
	379% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Chapin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chapin is $70,377, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Chapin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$70,377
	6% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$37,670
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,024
IRS Avg AGI	$73,117

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	364
County GDP	$790M

Business (County)

Restaurants	15
Healthcare	26
Retail	36
Manufacturing	20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,431
	2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	3.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.5 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Chapin is $85,900, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$85,900
	70% below US avg

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-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	74
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,431
	2% below US avg
Effective Rate	3.99%

In Chapin, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 19.0% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.5%
	20% above US avg
Diabetes	9.2%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	28.2%
Asthma	8.9%
COPD	5.5%
Cancer	5.9%
Stroke	2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.4%
	10% above US avg
Binge Drinking	23.2%
Physical Inactivity	23.4%
Depression	19.0%
Mental Distress	16.3%
Physical Distress	11.7%
Short Sleep	35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	65.7%
Uninsured	10.0%
	16% above US avg
Checkup Rate	69.6%
Dental Visits	61.6%
Premature Death	9,806/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.5/10
Exercise Access	76.5%
Healthcare Facilities	26

Chapin has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	46.6°F
	14% below US avg
January Average	17°F (-9°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.1 inches
	0% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,154 ft (352 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density	1,460/sq mi
Coordinates	42.8353°N, 93.2220°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19069

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 47.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.7-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.2%

D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	47.7%
	42% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.73

A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	1,460/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	90.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	26
Restaurants	15
Retail Stores	36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.5 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Chapin, IA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Chapin a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Chapin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Chapin vs U.S. Average

Income: Chapin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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