Corwith, IA

Iowa

Corwith is a small town in Iowa with a population of 270. Residents earn $55,481 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
270 Population 186/sq mi density
$55,481 Median Income $27,649 per capita
$58,100 Home Value $115,613 Zillow
$944 Median Rent 15.3% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$55,481 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,100 home value, $944/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,481
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,100
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $944
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.3%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.8%
92% higher than US avg

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

People

Population270
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density186/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,481
Per Capita$27,649
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty23.8%
County GDP$1,247M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,100
Rent$944
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$115,613
Housing Units151
Rent Burden15.3%

Health

Obesity44.3%
Uninsured10.9%
Smoking16.9%
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,173 ft (358 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+82.5%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute24 min
Broadband72.3%
Libraries5

Is Corwith a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Corwith is $55,481, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 23.8% 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 Corwith is $58,100, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $944 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

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Corwith experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches, including 31.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Corwith has a population of 270 with a density of 186 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.3%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

270
Total Population
186
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.3%
Female 63.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Corwith vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Corwith vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Corwith is $55,481, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Corwith vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,481
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,649
Avg Weekly Wage$1,126
IRS Avg AGI$67,568

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.8%
92% above US avg
Establishments (County)468
County GDP$1,247M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare35
Retail46
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,919
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Corwith is $58,100, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $944 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $115,613.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,100
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$115,613

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$944
19% below US avg
Rent Burden15.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.6%
Housing Units151
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,919
12% above US avg
Effective Rate6.75%
In Corwith, 44.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.9% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 20.7% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.3%
38% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep33.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Uninsured10.9%
27% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits70.0%
Premature Death6,879/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access86.5%
Healthcare Facilities35
Corwith has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall31.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,173 ft (358 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density186/sq mi
Coordinates42.9889°N, 93.9582°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19197
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin. 72.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%
D 31%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+82.5%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density186/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.3%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants28
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.9%

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