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Dana, IA

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Dana is a small town in Iowa with a population of 24.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
24 Population 86/sq mi density
$45,000 Home Value
$917 Median Rent 14.2% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $45,000
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $917
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population24
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density86/mi²
Male / Female38% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans17.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$37,288
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$721M
Commute19 min

Housing

Home Value$45,000
Rent$917
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units17
Rent Burden14.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,121 ft (342 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+70.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute19 min
Broadband11.0%
Libraries6

Is Dana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dana receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Dana faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dana is $45,000, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $917 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Dana experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 18°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 35.3 inches, including 31.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dana has a population of 24 with a density of 86 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.5%).

Population

24
Total Population
86
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.5%
Female 62.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Dana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dana is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Dana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$37,288
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$74,253

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$721M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare26
Retail37
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,447
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Drive Alone53.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Dana is $45,000, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $917 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,000
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$917
21% below US avg
Rent Burden14.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.6%
Housing Units17
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,447
2% below US avg
Effective Rate7.66%
Dana has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.3 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall31.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,121 ft (342 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density86/sq mi
Coordinates42.1072°N, 94.2384°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19073
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33-point margin. 11.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 32.9%

Winner: Republican by 33 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+70.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density86/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access11.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants17
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Drive Alone53.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Nearby Cities

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