Deloit, IA

Iowa

Deloit is a small town in Iowa with a population of 309. Residents earn $37,917 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
309 Population 754/sq mi density
$37,917 Median Income $17,495 per capita
$68,800 Home Value $117,167 Zillow
$700 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$37,917 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,800 home value, $700/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,917
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $68,800
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population309
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density754/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 60%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$37,917
Per Capita$17,495
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$1,117M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,800
Rent$700
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$117,167
Rent Burden20.0%

Health

Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Elevation1,191 ft (363 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+85.2%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute15 min
Broadband86.5%
Libraries6

Is Deloit a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deloit receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Deloit offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deloit is $37,917, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deloit is $68,800, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Deloit experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches, including 34.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Deloit has a population of 309 with a density of 754 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.2%), with 12.3% Hispanic.

Population

309
Total Population
754
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Deloit vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.5%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.5%
23% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Deloit vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deloit is $37,917, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Deloit vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,917
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,495
Avg Weekly Wage$1,021
IRS Avg AGI$68,004

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)514
County GDP$1,117M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare40
Retail47
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,829
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.6 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Deloit is $68,800, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $117,167.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,800
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$117,167

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,829
9% above US avg
Effective Rate5.57%
In Deloit, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death6,563/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access62.9%
Healthcare Facilities40
Deloit 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 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall34.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,191 ft (363 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density754/sq mi
Coordinates42.0972°N, 95.3173°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 86.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+85.2%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density754/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.5%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants36
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.6 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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