Coulter, IA

Iowa

Coulter is a small town in Iowa with a population of 251. Residents earn $58,125 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
251 Population 102/sq mi density
$58,125 Median Income $20,727 per capita
$82,000 Home Value
$644 Median Rent 18.1% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$58,125 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,000 home value, $644/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,125
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,000
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $644
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population251
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density102/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans2.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,125
Per Capita$20,727
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$790M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,000
Rent$644
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden18.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Elevation1,236 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+86.8%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute26 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries4

Is Coulter a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coulter receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Coulter offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coulter is $58,125, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coulter is $82,000, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $644 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Coulter experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Coulter has a population of 251 with a density of 102 people per square mile. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.5%).

Population

251
Total Population
102
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.8%
Female 40.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Coulter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only65.8%
16% below US avg
Spanish34.2%
155% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Coulter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coulter is $58,125, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Coulter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,125
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,727
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$73,117

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)364
County GDP$790M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare26
Retail36
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,431
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Coulter is $82,000, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $644 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,000
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$644
45% below US avg
Rent Burden18.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,431
2% below US avg
Effective Rate4.18%
In Coulter, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death9,806/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access76.5%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Coulter has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,236 ft (377 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density102/sq mi
Coordinates42.7330°N, 93.3701°W
County FIPS19069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.7-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.2%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+86.8%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density102/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants15
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

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