Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 78.1%

529% higher than US avg

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

People

Population41

Median Age55.4 yrs

Density52/mi²

Male / Female90% / 10%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans41.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$13,249

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty78.1%

County GDP$1,204M

Commute10 min

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain34.3 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation1,263 ft (385 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+68.8%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%

Commute10 min

Broadband14.0%

Libraries7

Is Duncan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Duncan receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Duncan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 78.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Duncan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Duncan has a population of 41 with a density of 52 people per square mile. The median age is 55.4 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

55.4yrs

Median Age

42% above US avg

0.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 90.2%

Female 9.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Duncan 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

Duncan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Duncan is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 78.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Duncan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$13,249
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,152
IRS Avg AGI	$77,191

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	78.1%
	529% above US avg
Establishments (County)	379
County GDP	$1,204M

Business (County)

Restaurants	14
Healthcare	25
Retail	36
Manufacturing	21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,211
	8% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	10.1 min
Drive Alone	0.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

Duncan has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	45.5°F
	16% below US avg
January Average	15°F (-9°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	34.3 inches
	10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,263 ft (385 m)
Area	0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density	52/sq mi
Coordinates	43.1082°N, 93.7021°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19081

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.4-point margin. 14.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%

D 25.7%

Winner: Republican by 47.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	68.8%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.73

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	52/sq mi
Total Area	0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	14.0%
Public Libraries	7
Healthcare Facilities	25
Restaurants	14
Retail Stores	36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	10.1 min
Drive Alone	0.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Duncan, IA

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

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Economy

Climate

Education

Community

Is Duncan a Good Place to Live?

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Education

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Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Duncan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Duncan vs U.S. Average

Income: Duncan vs U.S.

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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