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Craig, IA

Iowa

Craig is a small town in Iowa with a population of 46. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
46 Population 511/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $31,961 per capita
$101,600 Home Value
$817 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 291 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,600 home value, $817/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,600
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.6%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $817
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population46
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density511/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans40.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$31,961
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$1,997M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,600
Rent$817
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units32
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking15.1%
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain30.0 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,395 ft (425 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute17 min
Broadband24.0%
Libraries5

Is Craig a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Craig 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. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Craig offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Craig is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Craig is $101,600, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Craig experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.0 inches, including 30.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Craig has a population of 46 with a density of 511 people per square mile. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%).

Population

46
Total Population
511
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Craig vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Craig vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Craig is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Craig vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,961
Avg Weekly Wage$1,145
IRS Avg AGI$88,592

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)878
County GDP$1,997M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare52
Retail88
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,722
35% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.6 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Craig is $101,600, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,600
64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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%
Housing Units32
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,722
35% above US avg
Effective Rate4.65%
In Craig, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 20.4% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking24.2%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep32.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits67.8%
Premature Death6,447/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access75.9%
Healthcare Facilities52
Craig 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 30.0 inches. The area enjoys 291 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.0 inches
21% below US avg
Snowfall30.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,395 ft (425 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density511/sq mi
Coordinates42.8955°N, 96.3096°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19149
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.3-point margin. 24.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.5%
D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.6%
74% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density511/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants50
Retail Stores88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.6 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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