Chatsworth, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Chatsworth is a small town in Iowa with a population of 80. Residents earn $45,556 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
80 Population 160/sq mi density
$45,556 Median Income $27,789 per capita
$152,500 Home Value
$740 Median Rent 26.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 291 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$45,556 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$152,500 home value, $740/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,556
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $152,500
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.2%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $740
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.3%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.0%
21% higher than US avg

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

People

Population80
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density160/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans58.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,556
Per Capita$27,789
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.0%
County GDP$2,261M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$152,500
Rent$740
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units50
Rent Burden26.0%

Health

Obesity32.3%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking16.4%
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,160 ft (354 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.2%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute29 min
Broadband42.0%
Libraries4

Is Chatsworth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chatsworth 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Chatsworth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chatsworth is $45,556, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chatsworth is $152,500, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $740 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Chatsworth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Chatsworth has a population of 80 with a density of 160 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

80
Total Population
160
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Chatsworth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Chatsworth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chatsworth is $45,556, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Chatsworth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,556
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,789
Avg Weekly Wage$1,409
IRS Avg AGI$187,706

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above US avg
Establishments (County)878
County GDP$2,261M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare79
Retail50
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$11,271
222% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Chatsworth is $152,500, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $740 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,500
46% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$740
36% below US avg
Rent Burden26.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.0%
Housing Units50
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,271
222% above US avg
Effective Rate7.39%
In Chatsworth, 32.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 20.6% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.3%
1% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep24.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate68.8%
Dental Visits60.2%
Premature Death4,783/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access70.3%
Healthcare Facilities79
Chatsworth has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.0 inches. The area enjoys 291 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.0 inches
26% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,160 ft (354 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density160/sq mi
Coordinates42.9163°N, 96.5145°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS46127
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.7-point margin. 42.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.4%
D 28.7%

Winner: Republican by 40.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.2%
88% below US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density160/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access42.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities79
Restaurants44
Retail Stores50

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

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