Dyersville, IA

Iowa

Dyersville is a small town in Iowa with a population of 4,357. Residents earn $72,768 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
4,357 Population 626/sq mi density
$72,768 Median Income $38,279 per capita
$219,800 Home Value $278,034 Zillow
$1,036 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
145 Violent Crime/100K 1,114 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$72,768 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$219,800 home value, $1,036/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
145 violent crimes/100K (62% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,768
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $219,800
22% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 145/100K
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,036
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,357
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density626/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,768
Per Capita$38,279
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,257M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$219,800
Rent$1,036
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$278,034

Crime

F
Violent145/100K
Property1,114/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault145/100K
Burglary121/100K

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Elevation982 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute16 min
EV Stations2
Libraries5

Is Dyersville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dyersville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Dyersville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dyersville is $72,768, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dyersville is $219,800, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,036 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Dyersville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 145 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,114 per 100,000, 43% below the national average.

Education

21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Dyersville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches, including 31.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dyersville has a population of 4,357 with a density of 626 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%).

Population

4,357
Total Population
626
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
7.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Dyersville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.5%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dyersville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dyersville is $72,768, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Dyersville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,768
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,279
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$71,955

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate1.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.2 min
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Dyersville is $219,800, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,036 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $278,034.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,800
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$278,034
Median List Price$264,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$264,900
$/Sq Ft$116
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio97.7%
Price Drops4.6%
Inventory22

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,036
11% 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-Occupied82.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,125
18% above US avg
Effective Rate1.88%
In Dyersville, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.6%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death6,094/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access64.0%
Healthcare Facilities37
Dyersville has a violent crime rate of 145 per 100,000 residents, 62% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,114 per 100,000 (43% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent145.3/100K
62% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault145.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,114.1/100K
43% below US avg
Burglary121.1/100K
Theft896.1/100K
Vehicle Theft96.9/100K
Arson24.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Dyersville has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.3 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall31.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation982 ft (299 m)
Area7.0 sq mi (18.0 km²)
Population Density626/sq mi
Coordinates42.4815°N, 91.1166°W
County FIPS19055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.1%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.7%
36% below US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density626/sq mi
Total Area7.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants36
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.2 min
Work from Home6.3%

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