Coalville, IA

Iowa

Coalville is a small town in Iowa with a population of 652. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
652 Population 299/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $30,664 per capita
$165,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 8.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,300 home value
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,300
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.5%
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.6%
139% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population652
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density299/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans15.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$30,664
Unemployment8.6%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$2,759M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Elevation1,107 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.5%
High School+92.9%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute18 min
Broadband75.5%
Libraries9

Is Coalville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coalville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Coalville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coalville is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 4.7% 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 Coalville is $165,300, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Coalville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches, including 31.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Coalville has a population of 652 with a density of 299 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%).

Population

652
Total Population
299
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Coalville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Coalville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coalville is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Coalville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,664
Avg Weekly Wage$1,091
IRS Avg AGI$64,898

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.6%
139% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,198
County GDP$2,759M

Business (County)

Restaurants82
Healthcare126
Retail140
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,372
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.8 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Coalville is $165,300, 41% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,300
41% 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-Occupied93.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,372
53% above US avg
Effective Rate3.25%
In Coalville, 41.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.5%
29% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.9%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death10,249/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access83.6%
Healthcare Facilities126

Crime Rates: Coalville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Coalville has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.3 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall31.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,107 ft (337 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density299/sq mi
Coordinates42.4401°N, 94.1158°W
County FIPS19187
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.2-point margin. 75.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33.8%

Winner: Republican by 31.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.5%
27% below US avg
High School+92.9%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density299/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.5%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants82
Retail Stores140

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.8 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

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