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Durango, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Durango is a small town in Iowa with a population of 14.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
14 Population 175/sq mi density
$225,000 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $225,000
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population14
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density175/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$36,943
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,160M
Commute29 min

Housing

Home Value$225,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units9
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation648 ft (198 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+60.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute29 min
Broadband8.0%
Libraries8

Is Durango a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Durango receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Durango 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 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Durango is $225,000, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Durango experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches, including 36.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Durango has a population of 14 with a density of 175 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 (100%).

Population

14
Total Population
175
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.3%
Female 35.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Durango vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Durango vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Durango 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 29 minutes.

Income: Durango vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$36,943
Avg Weekly Wage$1,128
IRS Avg AGI$86,704

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,728
County GDP$9,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants242
Healthcare316
Retail397
Manufacturing149

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,807
66% above US avg
Cost of Living87.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Durango is $225,000, 20% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,000
20% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units9
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,807
66% above US avg
Effective Rate2.58%
Durango has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.8 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall36.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation648 ft (198 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density175/sq mi
Coordinates42.5620°N, 90.7754°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19061
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.6-point margin. 8.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 45.1%

Winner: Republican by 8.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+60.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density175/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access8.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities316
Restaurants242
Retail Stores397

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.6%

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