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Edgewood, IA

Iowa

Edgewood is a small town in Iowa with a population of 787. Residents earn $56,875 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
787 Population 820/sq mi density
$56,875 Median Income $39,479 per capita
$167,000 Home Value $177,751 Zillow
$975 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$56,875 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$167,000 home value, $975/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,875
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $167,000
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $975
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population787
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density820/mi²
Male / Female45% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,875
Per Capita$39,479
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$1,257M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$167,000
Rent$975
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$177,751
Housing Units371
Rent Burden27.7%

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking16.9%
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,167 ft (356 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute16 min
Broadband88.8%
Libraries5

Is Edgewood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edgewood receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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, high obesity rates. Edgewood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edgewood is $56,875, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 7.4% 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 Edgewood is $167,000, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $975 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Edgewood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°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 38.8 inches, including 35.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Edgewood has a population of 787 with a density of 820 people per square mile. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%).

Population

787
Total Population
820
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.5%
Female 55.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Edgewood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Edgewood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edgewood is $56,875, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Edgewood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,875
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,479
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$71,955

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
41% 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 Rate2.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.7 min
Drive Alone76.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Edgewood is $167,000, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $975 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $177,751.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$167,000
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$177,751

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$975
16% below US avg
Rent Burden27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.9%
Housing Units371
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,125
18% above US avg
Effective Rate2.47%
In Edgewood, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 22.0% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep32.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits67.2%
Premature Death6,094/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access64.0%
Healthcare Facilities37
Edgewood has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°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

16°F Jan (-9°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.9°F
15% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.8 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall35.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,167 ft (356 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density820/sq mi
Coordinates42.6442°N, 91.4022°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.6-point margin. 88.8% 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+14.6%
57% below US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density820/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.8%
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants36
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.7 min
Drive Alone76.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

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