Dysart, IA

Iowa

Dysart is a small town in Iowa with a population of 1,575. Residents earn $62,308 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,575 Population 1,260/sq mi density
$62,308 Median Income $34,993 per capita
$156,500 Home Value $231,933 Zillow
$739 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$62,308 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,500 home value, $739/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,308
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $156,500
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.3%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $739
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,575
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density1,260/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,308
Per Capita$34,993
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$848M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,500
Rent$739
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$231,933

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation973 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.3%
High School+96.8%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute22 min
Libraries9

Is Dysart a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dysart receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Dysart stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dysart is $62,308, 17% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dysart is $156,500, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $739 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Dysart experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dysart has a population of 1,575 with a density of 1,260 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

1,575
Total Population
1,260
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Dysart vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dysart vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dysart is $62,308, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Dysart vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,308
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,993
Avg Weekly Wage$938
IRS Avg AGI$67,559

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)440
County GDP$848M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare26
Retail50
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,285
6% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dysart is $156,500, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $739 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $231,933.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,500
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$231,933

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$739
36% 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-Occupied81.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,285
6% below US avg
Effective Rate2.10%
In Dysart, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death7,872/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access61.7%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Dysart has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall33.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation973 ft (297 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density1,260/sq mi
Coordinates42.1721°N, 92.3091°W
County FIPS19171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.6%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.3%
19% below US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score5.73
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,260/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants29
Retail Stores50

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Work from Home11.0%

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