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Douds, IA

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Douds is a small town in Iowa with a population of 100. Residents earn $107,534 per year, which is 43% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
100 Population 45/sq mi density
$107,534 Median Income $49,742 per capita
$84,700 Home Value $220,473 Zillow
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$107,534 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,700 home value
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $107,534
43% higher than US avg
Home Value $84,700
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.0%
36% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population100
Median Age59.1 yrs
Density45/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans100.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$107,534
Per Capita$49,742
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$407M
Commute5 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$220,473
Housing Units98

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking17.1%
Depression18.7%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation689 ft (210 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.0%
High School+90.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute5 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries1

Is Douds a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Douds receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Douds stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Douds is $107,534, which is significantly higher than the national average — 43% above $75,149. This places Douds among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Douds is $84,700, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Douds experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches, including 24.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Douds has a population of 100 with a density of 45 people per square mile. The median age is 59.1 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

100
Total Population
45
People / sq mi
59.1yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Douds vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Douds vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Douds is $107,534, which is 43% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes.

Income: Douds vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$107,534
43% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,742
Avg Weekly Wage$974
IRS Avg AGI$62,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)256
County GDP$407M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare19
Retail31
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,575
2% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time5.1 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Douds is $84,700, 70% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $220,473.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,700
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$220,473

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-Occupied78.1%
Housing Units98
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,575
2% above US avg
Effective Rate4.22%
In Douds, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 18.7% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma8.9%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression18.7%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep32.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate68.4%
Dental Visits58.2%
Premature Death8,768/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access41.2%
Healthcare Facilities19
Douds has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall24.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density45/sq mi
Coordinates40.8446°N, 92.0732°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 46.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.4-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 54.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.0%
36% above US avg
High School+90.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density45/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants13
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute5.1 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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