Donahue, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Donahue is a small town in Iowa with a population of 382. Residents earn $103,750 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
382 Population 1,061/sq mi density
$103,750 Median Income $41,247 per capita
$211,900 Home Value $258,059 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$103,750 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$211,900 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,750
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $211,900
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.3%
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population382
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density1,061/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,750
Per Capita$41,247
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$13,291M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$211,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$258,059

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Elevation710 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.3%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute31 min
Broadband93.6%
Libraries11

Is Donahue a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Donahue receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Donahue stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Donahue is $103,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Donahue among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Donahue is $211,900, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Donahue experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Donahue has a population of 382 with a density of 1,061 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

382
Total Population
1,061
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Donahue vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Donahue vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Donahue is $103,750, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Donahue vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,750
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,247
Avg Weekly Wage$1,176
IRS Avg AGI$86,464

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% 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 Rate3.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.8 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit3.1%
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Donahue is $211,900, 25% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $258,059.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$211,900
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$258,059

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,638
90% above US avg
Effective Rate3.13%
In Donahue, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking25.3%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death7,236/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access90.5%
Healthcare Facilities523

Crime Rates: Donahue vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Donahue has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.2 inches
5% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation710 ft (216 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,061/sq mi
Coordinates41.6915°N, 90.6746°W
County FIPS19163
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.9-point margin. 93.6% 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+22.3%
34% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,061/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.6%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities523
Restaurants496
Retail Stores618

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.8 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit3.1%
Work from Home9.4%

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