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Climbing Hill, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Climbing Hill is a small town in Iowa with a population of 70.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
70 Population 55/sq mi density
$125,000 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 291 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population70
Median Age54.7 yrs
Density55/mi²
Male / Female27% / 73%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans70.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$26,194
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$7,028M
Commute25 min

Housing

Home Value$125,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units25
Rent Burden26.0%

Health

Obesity37.1%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking14.7%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,120 ft (341 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+5.6%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute25 min
Broadband24.0%
Libraries13

Is Climbing Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Climbing Hill receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Climbing Hill has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

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 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Climbing Hill is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Climbing Hill 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 29.3 inches, including 36.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Climbing Hill has a population of 70 with a density of 55 people per square mile. The median age is 54.7 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

70
Total Population
55
People / sq mi
54.7yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 27.1%
Female 72.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Climbing Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Climbing Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Climbing Hill is N/A. 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 25 minutes.

Income: Climbing Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$26,194
Avg Weekly Wage$1,052
IRS Avg AGI$66,517

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,308
County GDP$7,028M

Business (County)

Restaurants269
Healthcare311
Retail389
Manufacturing85

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,875
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Climbing Hill is $125,000, 56% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units25
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,875
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.90%
In Climbing Hill, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Climbing Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep30.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits70.7%
Premature Death9,159/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access90.8%
Healthcare Facilities311
Climbing Hill 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 29.3 inches. The area enjoys 291 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 Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall36.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,120 ft (341 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density55/sq mi
Coordinates42.3394°N, 96.0811°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19193
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin. 24.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.9%
D 37.8%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+5.6%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density55/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities311
Restaurants269
Retail Stores389

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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