College Springs, IA

Iowa

College Springs is a small town in Iowa with a population of 217. Residents earn $70,242 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
217 Population 194/sq mi density
$70,242 Median Income $31,346 per capita
$73,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,242 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,800 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,242
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,800
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population217
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density194/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,242
Per Capita$31,346
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$811M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Elevation1,143 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+97.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute30 min
Broadband90.9%
Libraries4

Is College Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, College Springs receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. College Springs stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in College Springs is $70,242, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in College Springs is $73,800, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

College Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches, including 22.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

College Springs has a population of 217 with a density of 194 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

217
Total Population
194
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.7%
Female 43.3%

Race & Ethnicity

College Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

College Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in College Springs is $70,242, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: College Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,242
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,346
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$66,332

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% 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 Rate4.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in College Springs is $73,800, 74% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,800
74% 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-Occupied96.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,347
4% below US avg
Effective Rate4.54%
In College Springs, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: College Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.7%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death7,340/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

College Springs 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 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall22.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,143 ft (348 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density194/sq mi
Coordinates40.6214°N, 95.1210°W
County FIPS19145
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 90.9% 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+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+97.1%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density194/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.9%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants32
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

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