Home Value $168,200

40% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 15.5%

54% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.3%

22% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population58

Median Age64.9 yrs

Density85/mi²

Male / Female35% / 66%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans58.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$54,695

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$12,640M

Commute15 min

Housing

Home Value$168,200

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units48

Health

Obesity39.3%

Uninsured6.1%

Smoking14.6%

Depression22.5%

Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain36.5 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation719 ft (219 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.5%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 68%

Commute15 min

Broadband38.0%

Libraries8

Is Downey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Downey receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Downey has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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 Downey is $168,200, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Downey 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 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Downey has a population of 58 with a density of 85 people per square mile. The median age is 64.9 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

64.9yrs

Median Age

67% above US avg

0.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.5%

Female 65.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Downey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Downey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Downey is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Downey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$54,695
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,238
IRS Avg AGI	$93,456

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	5,140
County GDP	$12,640M

Business (County)

Restaurants	448
Healthcare	493
Retail	492
Manufacturing	80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,982
	99% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	4.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	15.4 min
Drive Alone	77.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	22.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Downey is $168,200, 40% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$168,200
	40% below US avg

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-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	48
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,982
	99% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.15%

In Downey, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.3%
	22% above US avg
Diabetes	8.4%
Heart Disease	4.6%
High Blood Pressure	29.0%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	5.6%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.6%
	4% above US avg
Binge Drinking	23.7%
Physical Inactivity	22.3%
Depression	22.5%
Mental Distress	17.5%
Physical Distress	11.5%
Short Sleep	34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	6.1%
	29% below US avg
Checkup Rate	75.2%
Dental Visits	68.0%
Premature Death	4,821/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.0/10
Exercise Access	89.7%
Healthcare Facilities	493

Downey has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.5 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 Average	49.3°F
	9% below US avg
January Average	20°F (-7°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	36.5 inches
	4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	719 ft (219 m)
Area	0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density	85/sq mi
Coordinates	41.6119°N, 91.3473°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19103

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 38.1-point margin. 38.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.3%

D 68.4%

Winner: Democrat by 38.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.5%
	54% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.73

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	85/sq mi
Total Area	0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	38.0%
Public Libraries	8
Healthcare Facilities	493
Restaurants	448
Retail Stores	492

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	15.4 min
Drive Alone	77.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	22.5%

Downey, IA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Downey a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Downey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Downey vs U.S. Average

Income: Downey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities