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Deep River, IA

Iowa

Deep River is a small town in Iowa with a population of 315. Residents earn $67,143 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
315 Population 716/sq mi density
$67,143 Median Income $36,272 per capita
$82,100 Home Value $217,077 Zillow
$408 Median Rent 18.4% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$67,143 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,100 home value, $408/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,143
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,100
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $408
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population315
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density716/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,143
Per Capita$36,272
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$1,654M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,100
Rent$408
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$217,077
Housing Units135
Rent Burden18.4%

Health

Obesity42.2%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking17.1%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation908 ft (277 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+93.9%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute37 min
Broadband85.2%
Libraries3

Is Deep River a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deep River receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Deep River offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deep River is $67,143, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deep River is $82,100, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $408 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Deep River experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches, including 27.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Deep River has a population of 315 with a density of 716 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).

Population

315
Total Population
716
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Deep River vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Deep River vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deep River is $67,143, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Deep River vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,143
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,272
Avg Weekly Wage$1,108
IRS Avg AGI$77,315

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)699
County GDP$1,654M

Business (County)

Restaurants47
Healthcare62
Retail80
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,683
34% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.0 min
Drive Alone72.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Deep River is $82,100, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $408 (65% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $217,077.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,100
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$217,077

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$408
65% below US avg
Rent Burden18.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.4%
Housing Units135
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,683
34% above US avg
Effective Rate5.70%
In Deep River, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Deep River vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep33.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits63.9%
Premature Death6,568/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access70.8%
Healthcare Facilities62
Deep River has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.0 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall27.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation908 ft (277 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density716/sq mi
Coordinates41.5816°N, 92.3729°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17-point margin. 85.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.8%
D 40.8%

Winner: Republican by 17 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+93.9%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density716/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.2%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities62
Restaurants47
Retail Stores80

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.0 min
Drive Alone72.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

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