Cotter, IA

Iowa

Cotter is a small town in Iowa with a population of 23.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
23 Population 230/sq mi density
$108,300 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $108,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population23
Median Age50.5 yrs
Density230/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans16.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$21,870
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$930M
Commute23 min

Housing

Home Value$108,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Elevation714 ft (218 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+87.5%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute23 min
Broadband9.0%
Libraries4

Is Cotter a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cotter receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Cotter stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cotter is $108,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cotter experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches, including 31.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cotter has a population of 23 with a density of 230 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

23
Total Population
230
People / sq mi
50.5yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 30.4%
Female 69.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Cotter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.0%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.0%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cotter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cotter is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Cotter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$21,870
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$67,697

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)281
County GDP$930M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare22
Retail24
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cotter is $108,300, 62% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,300
62% 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-Occupied88.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Rate2.54%
Cotter has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.8 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall31.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation714 ft (218 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density230/sq mi
Coordinates41.2925°N, 91.4620°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41-point margin. 9.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 28.8%

Winner: Republican by 41 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+87.5%
School Test Score5.73
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density230/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access9.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants12
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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