Dixon, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Dixon is a small town in Iowa with a population of 190. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
190 Population 1,462/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $42,742 per capita
$123,900 Home Value $245,311 Zillow
$1,188 Median Rent 18.9% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,900 home value, $1,188/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,900
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,188
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

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

People

Population190
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density1,462/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$42,742
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty0.5%
County GDP$13,291M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,900
Rent$1,188
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$245,311
Housing Units107
Rent Burden18.9%

Health

Obesity40.7%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking16.4%
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation695 ft (212 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+96.8%
Graduate+8.5%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute33 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries11

Is Dixon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dixon receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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 high obesity rates. Dixon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dixon is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dixon is $123,900, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,188 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Dixon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 39.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dixon has a population of 190 with a density of 1,462 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

190
Total Population
1,462
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Dixon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dixon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dixon is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Dixon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,742
Avg Weekly Wage$1,176
IRS Avg AGI$86,464

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,239
County GDP$13,291M

Business (County)

Restaurants496
Healthcare523
Retail618
Manufacturing172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,638
90% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.2 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dixon is $123,900, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,188 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,311.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,900
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$245,311

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,188
2% above US avg
Rent Burden18.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.0%
Housing Units107
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,638
90% above US avg
Effective Rate5.36%
In Dixon, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 22.7% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking24.8%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits69.8%
Premature Death7,236/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access90.5%
Healthcare Facilities523
Dixon has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall39.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation695 ft (212 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,462/sq mi
Coordinates41.7421°N, 90.7824°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19163
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.9-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.2%
D 47.3%

Winner: Republican by 3.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+96.8%
Graduate Degree+8.5%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,462/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities523
Restaurants496
Retail Stores618

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.2 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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