Dumont, IA

Iowa

Dumont is a small town in Iowa with a population of 829. Residents earn $57,604 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
829 Population 474/sq mi density
$57,604 Median Income $25,479 per capita
$72,700 Home Value $123,043 Zillow
$495 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$57,604 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,700 home value, $495/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,604
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,700
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $495
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population829
Median Age32.4 yrs
Density474/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,604
Per Capita$25,479
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty11.2%
County GDP$705M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,700
Rent$495
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$123,043

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Elevation1,009 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+86.9%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute23 min
Libraries8

Is Dumont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dumont receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Dumont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dumont is $57,604, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dumont is $72,700, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $495 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Dumont experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dumont has a population of 829 with a density of 474 people per square mile. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%).

Population

829
Total Population
474
People / sq mi
32.4yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Dumont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dumont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dumont is $57,604, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Dumont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,604
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,479
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$72,290

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)424
County GDP$705M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare28
Retail44
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,327
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Work from Home0.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Dumont is $72,700, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $495 (57% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $123,043.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,700
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$123,043

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$495
57% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,327
5% below US avg
Effective Rate4.58%
In Dumont, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.4%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death5,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities28

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Dumont has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.4 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,009 ft (308 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density474/sq mi
Coordinates42.7522°N, 92.9737°W
County FIPS19023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 26.7%

Winner: Republican by 45.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+86.9%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density474/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants19
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Work from Home0.6%

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