Coin, IA

Iowa

Coin is a small town in Iowa with a population of 335. Residents earn $49,500 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
335 Population 376/sq mi density
$49,500 Median Income $19,101 per capita
$50,900 Home Value $159,579 Zillow
$643 Median Rent 31.9% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$49,500 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,900 home value, $643/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,500
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $50,900
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $643
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population335
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density376/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans11.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,500
Per Capita$19,101
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$811M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,900
Rent$643
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$159,579
Rent Burden31.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Elevation1,030 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+84.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute24 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries4

Is Coin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coin receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Coin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coin is $49,500, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coin is $50,900, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $643 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

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Coin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches, including 26.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Coin has a population of 335 with a density of 376 people per square mile. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%).

Population

335
Total Population
376
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.7%
Female 63.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Coin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Coin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coin is $49,500, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Coin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,500
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,101
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$66,332

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)482
County GDP$811M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare56
Retail61
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,347
4% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone91.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Coin is $50,900, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $643 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $159,579.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,900
82% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$159,579

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$643
45% below US avg
Rent Burden31.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,347
4% below US avg
Effective Rate6.58%
In Coin, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death7,340/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access73.1%
Healthcare Facilities56

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Coin has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.4 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall26.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,030 ft (314 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density376/sq mi
Coordinates40.6558°N, 95.2349°W
County FIPS19145
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+84.3%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density376/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants32
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone91.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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