Cincinnati, IA

Iowa

Cincinnati is a small town in Iowa with a population of 201. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
201 Population 114/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $23,083 per capita
$42,500 Home Value $87,601 Zillow
$817 Median Rent 20.5% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 7.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$42,500 home value, $817/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $42,500
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.7%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $817
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.5%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.2%
39% higher than US avg

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

People

Population201
Median Age53.1 yrs
Density114/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans2.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$23,083
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty17.2%
County GDP$518M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$42,500
Rent$817
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$87,601
Housing Units115
Rent Burden20.5%

Health

Obesity44.5%
Uninsured10.2%
Smoking23.0%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,034 ft (315 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.7%
High School+73.9%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute24 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries3

Is Cincinnati a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cincinnati receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Cincinnati offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cincinnati is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cincinnati is $42,500, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cincinnati experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches, including 21.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cincinnati has a population of 201 with a density of 114 people per square mile. The median age is 53.1 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

201
Total Population
114
People / sq mi
53.1yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Cincinnati vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cincinnati vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cincinnati is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Cincinnati vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,083
Avg Weekly Wage$887
IRS Avg AGI$56,195

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.2%
39% above US avg
Establishments (County)410
County GDP$518M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare30
Retail47
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,592
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Cincinnati is $42,500, 85% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $87,601.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$42,500
85% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$87,601

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% below US avg
Rent Burden20.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%
Housing Units115
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,592
3% above US avg
Effective Rate8.45%
In Cincinnati, 44.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.2% of residents lack health insurance. 23.0% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.5%
39% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD9.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.0%
64% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.9%
Short Sleep34.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Uninsured10.2%
19% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits58.6%
Premature Death8,751/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access50.0%
Healthcare Facilities30
Cincinnati has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.0 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall21.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,034 ft (315 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density114/sq mi
Coordinates40.6310°N, 92.9222°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.7-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.8%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 46.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.7%
59% below US avg
High School+73.9%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density114/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants26
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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