Dundee, IA

Iowa

Dundee is a small town in Iowa with a population of 214. Residents earn $57,143 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
214 Population 669/sq mi density
$57,143 Median Income $23,906 per capita
$131,300 Home Value $250,742 Zillow
$672 Median Rent 12.7% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$57,143 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,300 home value, $672/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,143
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,300
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.2%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $672
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population214
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density669/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans1.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,143
Per Capita$23,906
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$1,257M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,300
Rent$672
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$250,742
Housing Units96
Rent Burden12.7%

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking15.5%
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation997 ft (304 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.2%
High School+86.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute24 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries5

Is Dundee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dundee receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Dundee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dundee is $57,143, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dundee is $131,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $672 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.2% 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

Dundee has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dundee has a population of 214 with a density of 669 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.9%).

Population

214
Total Population
669
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Dundee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.3%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.7%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dundee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dundee is $57,143, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Dundee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,143
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,906
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$71,955

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)606
County GDP$1,257M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare37
Retail67
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,125
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Dundee is $131,300, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $672 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $250,742.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,300
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$250,742

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$672
42% below US avg
Rent Burden12.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%
Housing Units96
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,125
18% above US avg
Effective Rate3.14%
In Dundee, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 20.8% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.5%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep28.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.9%
Dental Visits69.5%
Premature Death6,094/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access64.0%
Healthcare Facilities37
Dundee has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation997 ft (304 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density669/sq mi
Coordinates42.5793°N, 91.5465°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.6-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.1%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.2%
93% below US avg
High School+86.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density669/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants36
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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