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Ely, IA

Iowa · Johnson County · Iowa City Metro

Ely is a small town in Iowa with a population of 2,033. Residents earn $102,262 per year, which is 36% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,033 Population 1,203/sq mi density
$102,262 Median Income $44,261 per capita
$275,800 Home Value $357,100 Zillow
$1,014 Median Rent 28.4% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
299 Violent Crime/100K 3,842 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$102,262 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$275,800 home value, $1,014/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
299 violent crimes/100K (21% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.6% bachelor's degree or higher

Discover Ely, IA

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Full City Profile
Median Income $102,262
36% higher than US avg
Home Value $275,800
2% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 299/100K
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.6%
6% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,014
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,033
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density1,203/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$102,262
Per Capita$44,261
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$12,640M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$275,800
Rent$1,014
Ownership81.9%
Zillow$357,100
Housing Units788
Rent Burden28.4%

Crime

F
Violent299/100K
Property3,842/100K

Health

Obesity32.0%
Uninsured4.9%
Smoking11.0%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation772 ft (235 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.6%
High School+97.5%
Graduate+8.8%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 68%
Commute21 min
Broadband92.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries8

Is Ely a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ely receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Ely offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ely is $102,262, which is significantly higher than the national average / 36% above $75,149. This places Ely among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ely is $275,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,014 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Ely is below the national average at 299 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,842 per 100,000, 96% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Ely experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ely has a population of 2,033 with a density of 1,203 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.2% female and 53.8% male. The city is predominantly White (96.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.4% of residents. 6.0% of the population are veterans. 7.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 99.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,033
Total Population
1,203
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ely vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ely vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ely is $102,262, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,261 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,238, 14% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,140 business establishments, including 448 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ely vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,262
36% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,261
Avg Weekly Wage$1,238
IRS Avg AGI$93,456
Gini Index0.495 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,140
County GDP$12,640M

Business (County)

Restaurants448
Healthcare493
Retail492
Manufacturing80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,982
99% above US avg
Cost of Living87.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Ely is $275,800, 2% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $357,100, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.6% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,014 (13% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $788 for a one-bedroom to $989 for a two-bedroom apartment. 81.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 788 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1997. The average annual property tax is $6,982 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$275,800
2% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$357,100
Median List Price$384,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$384,900
$/Sq Ft$228
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.6%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,014
13% below US avg
Rent Burden28.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.9%
Owner-Occupied81.9%
Renter-Occupied18.1%
Housing Units788
Median Year Built1997

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,982
99% above US avg
Effective Rate2.53%
In Ely, 32.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.3% of residents, below the national average. 25.0% have high blood pressure. 11.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 24.1% report binge drinking. 17.4% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 15.7% experience frequent mental distress. 4.9% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:521. The dentist ratio is 1:424. 89.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure25.0%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.0%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking24.1%
Physical Inactivity17.4%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress9.8%
Short Sleep30.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Uninsured4.9%
43% below US avg
Primary Care1:521
Dentists1:424
Mental Health1:209
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits72.0%
Premature Death4,821/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access89.7%
Healthcare Facilities493
Ely has a violent crime rate of 299 per 100,000 residents, 21% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,842 per 100,000, 96% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Ely receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent298.7/100K
21% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,842.5/100K
96% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents15
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Ely experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 772 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation772 ft (235 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density1,203/sq mi
Coordinates41.8803°N, 91.5863°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyJohnson County County
Nearest AirportThe Eastern Iowa (CID)
6 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.9"
6% below US avg
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.65"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.02"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

PM2.5 (Fine Particles)10.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score87.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability11.4 / 100
Community Resilience96.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively High
Strong Wind Very High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Tornado History

641 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 11 fatalities, 446 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 15, 1968 EF5 92 km 5
Mar 31, 2023 EF4 73 km 0
Mar 13, 1990 EF4 41 km 0
Aug 12, 1974 EF4 53 km 0
Aug 12, 1974 EF4 51 km 0
Aug 26, 1965 EF4 69 km 1
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 55 km 1
Apr 30, 1954 EF4 28 km 0
May 25, 2008 EF3 88 km 0
Jun 1, 2007 EF3 75 km 0
May 21, 2004 EF3 27 km 0
May 15, 1998 EF3 68 km 0
Jul 27, 1995 EF3 80 km 0
May 9, 1995 EF3 68 km 0
Jun 19, 1993 EF3 87 km 0
Jun 19, 1993 EF3 60 km 0
Jul 13, 1992 EF3 50 km 0
May 8, 1988 EF3 68 km 0
Aug 15, 1978 EF3 95 km 0
May 4, 1977 EF3 94 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

9 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNIT 3 (1,206 ac, 1999).

Year Name Acres Distance
1999 UNIT 3 1,206 95 km
2002 HSB 03 2 1,130 94 km
2009 UNNAMED 939 56 km
2010 FOLEY 786 53 km
2000 DESTRUST A 756 94 km
2011 ACE AUTO 676 43 km
2006 HSB 003 674 95 km
2004 HSB 009 608 94 km
2011 IRCP WUI ROFAE #2 FY11 510 62 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.0 in Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 2.2 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.4 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
June 70°F (21°C) 4.7 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 4.4 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 4.3 in
September 64°F (18°C) 4.1 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
November 37°F (3°C) 2.2 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 1.6 in

Ely has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 20°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (1.0").

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Ely is located in Johnson County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 35.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 6% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. 8.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 68.4% of the vote, a 38.1-point margin. 92.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 493 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 84.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.3%
D 68.4%

Winner: Democrat by 38.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents15
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.6%
6% above US avg
High School+97.5%
Graduate Degree+8.8%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density1,203/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi
CountyJohnson County County

Services

Broadband Access92.7%
Avg Download Speed107.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed29.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities493
Restaurants448
Retail Stores492

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home6.2%
Average costs for common services in Ely. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $220 ($132–$351)
Specialist Visit $307 ($176–$483)
Urgent Care Visit $176 ($88–$307)
Emergency Room Visit $1,932 ($702–$4,390)
Dental Cleaning $114 ($66–$176)
Dental Filling $220 ($132–$351)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$66)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $66 ($44–$105)
Brake Pad Replacement $263 ($132–$439)
Tire Rotation $35 ($18–$66)
New Tires (Set of 4) $527 ($351–$878)
Battery Replacement $176 ($88–$307)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $88 ($53–$132)
Electrician (Per Hour) $79 ($44–$123)
HVAC Repair $351 ($132–$702)
HVAC System Install $6,146 ($3,512–$10,536)
Roof Repair $878 ($351–$1,756)
Roof Replacement $7,902 ($4,829–$13,170)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,317 ($439–$3,073)
Divorce (Contested) $13,170 ($4,390–$26,340)
DUI Defense $4,390 ($1,756–$8,780)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,317 ($702–$2,634)
Will Preparation $439 ($176–$878)
Trust Preparation $2,195 ($878–$4,390)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $48 ($26–$88)
Hair Coloring (Full) $132 ($66–$220)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $35 ($22–$57)
Massage (1 Hour) $70 ($44–$114)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.60 ($2.63–$4.83)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.07 ($2.20–$4.39)
Loaf of Bread $3.34 ($2.20–$4.83)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.95 ($2.63–$5.71)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.83 ($3.51–$6.59)
Rice (per lb) $0.88 ($0.53–$1.58)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $123 ($70–$220)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $61 ($26–$132)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $61 ($35–$105)
Internet (Monthly) $61 ($35–$88)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $57 ($26–$88)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$132)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $176 ($66–$439)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,756 ($1,054–$3,073)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $61 ($26–$114)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.02–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $88 ($26–$220)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13–$66)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,054 ($527–$2,195)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $878 ($439–$1,756)
After-School Care (Monthly) $351 ($176–$615)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$88)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $878 ($351–$2,195)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $10,975 ($4,390–$26,340)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($26–$88)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $88 ($44–$176)
Dog Grooming $53 ($26–$88)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($18–$66)
Dog Spay/Neuter $263 ($132–$439)
Cat Spay/Neuter $176 ($88–$351)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$765
Toddler$659
Preschool$659
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$516
Toddler$508
Preschool$508
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Johnson County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 9,289 496 $34,331 1.11
Accommodation & Food Services 8,326 410 $22,399 1.09
Health Care & Social Assistance 7,683 655 $44,456 0.64
Manufacturing 4,912 115 $76,958 0.71
Transportation & Warehousing 3,024 91 $55,917 0.85
Construction 2,852 380 $69,191 0.65
Professional & Technical Services 2,707 826 $94,059 0.46
Administrative & Waste Services 2,252 322 $54,316 0.46
Other Services 1,941 409 $48,120 0.77
Finance & Insurance 1,712 246 $90,607 0.50
Wholesale Trade 1,703 307 $94,778 0.52
Educational Services 1,318 130 $60,176 0.76
Management of Companies 926 121 $98,035 0.66
Real Estate 876 176 $56,188 0.67
Arts & Entertainment 848 81 $18,880 0.60
Information & Technology 563 188 $81,142 0.36
Utilities 120 8 $121,588 0.38

Radio Stations near Ely

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KRUI-FM (College Radio) alternative, college MP3 320 kbps
KRUI 89.7FM MP3 320 kbps
100.7 KKRQ The Fox classic rock AAC
IOWA PBR MP3 128 kbps
AM 800 KXIC news, talk AAC
News Radio 600 WMT news, talk AAC

Campgrounds Near Ely

12 campgrounds found near Ely.

NameRatingSitesPrice
East Overlook Day Use Area 5.0/5 2 $50
TAILWATER WEST CAMPGROUND 4.7/5 22 $14–$30
LINDER POINT CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 14 $26–$30
SUGAR BOTTOM CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 234 $14–$260
West Overlook Campground 4.5/5 89 $22–$28
SANDY BEACH CAMP 4.4/5 56 $14–$28
TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND 4.3/5 22 $14–$26
COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (IA) 4.1/5 11 $14
Sugar Bottom Day Use Area 1 $50
Tailwater West Day Use Area 1 $50
Turkey Creek Day Use Area 1 $50
West Overlook Day Use Area 1 $50

National Parks Near Ely

13 national parks and monuments found near Ely.

ParkTypeFee
Backbone State Park State Park Free
Cedar Rock State Park Free
Delabar State Park State Park Free
George Wyth State Park State Park Free
Herbert Hoover National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Lake Darling State Park State Park Free
Lake Keomah State Park State Park Free
Lake Macbride State Park State Park Free
Maquoketa Caves State Park State Park Free
Nelson Dewey State Park State Park Free
Palisades-Kepler State Park State Park Free
Wapsipinicon State Park State Park Free
Wildcat Den State Park State Park Free

Museums in Ely

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ANDERSON GALLERYART MUSEUM5152712268$71,603,174
ARMSTRONG GALLERYART MUSEUM$71,603,174
CONGER METCALF GALLERYART MUSEUM3193998585$63,222,458
PERRINE GALLERYART MUSEUM3193998585$63,222,458
REVA AND JOHN PASHGIAN GALLERYART MUSEUM3193998585$63,222,458
WINNIFRED M. CONE GALLERYART MUSEUM3193998585$63,222,458
JANALYN HANSON WHITE GALLERYART MUSEUM3193638213$41,269,626
LUNDY COMMONS GALLERYART MUSEUM3193638213$41,269,626
NATIONAL CZECH & SLOVAK MUSEUM & LIBRARYGENERAL MUSEUM3193628500$4,141,276
INDIAN CREEK NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER3193620664$1,465,784
BRUCEMOREGENERAL MUSEUM3193627375$1,361,460
FELIX ADLER CHILDREN'S DISCOVERY CENTERCHILDREN'S MUSEUM3196256255$1,294,456
CEDAR RAPIDS MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM3193667503$1,219,752
LEGION ARTSART MUSEUM3193641580$451,408
AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM55 12TH AVENUE SE3198622101$306,292
CEDAR RAPIDS SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM5824 COUNCIL ST NE3193637836$275,960
JOHNSON COUNTY HERITAGE TRUSTHISTORIC PRESERVATION5 STURGIS DRIVE SUITE 12503193387030$179,064
IOWA AVIATION MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION6413437184$170,863
JOHNSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION860 QUARRY ROAD3193515738$170,863
JOHNSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3193580196$170,863
CZECH VILLAGE / NEW BOHEMIA MAIN STREET DISTRICTHISTORIC PRESERVATION3194329785$113,754
GRANGER HOUES - MARION HERITAGE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM3194476376$51,869
MARION CITY HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION6203829134$51,869
MARION HISTORIC MUSEUM INC. THE GRANGER HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION970 TENTH STREET3193776672$51,869
ST PETER AND PAUL HISTORICAL FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM3196242223$34,116
MANLY JUNCTION RAILROAD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3192976000$5,677
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY AND CULTUREGENERAL MUSEUM55 12TH AVENUE SE3198622101$1,422
ANTIQUE CAR MUSEUM OF IOWAGENERAL MUSEUM840 QUARRY RD3193543310
CEDAR COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5638862899
CEDAR MEMORIAL GRANT WOODGENERAL MUSEUM3193667503
CEDAR RAPIDS HERITAGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CEDAR VALLEY RAILROAD HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION3193641408
EASTERN IOWA AQUARIUM ASSOCIATIONZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION10260 MORRIS HILLS ROAD
ELY COMMUNITY HISTORY SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1695 DOWS ST3198484963
GRANGER HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3193776672
HERBERT HOOVER PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
HISTORICAL KEYBOARD SOCIETY OF NORTH AMERICAHISTORIC PRESERVATION
IOWA CITY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
IOWA HALL GALLERYART MUSEUM3193985411
IOWA MASONIC LIBRARY AND MUSEUMSGENERAL MUSEUM813 1ST AVE SE3193651438
IOWA SPACE SCIENCE CENTERNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
LATIN AMERICAN MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM
LINN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION615 1ST AVE SE3193621501
MIDWESTERN HISTORICAL KEYBOARD SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
OLD BRICK EPISCOPAL LUTHERANGENERAL MUSEUM3193512626
OLD CAPITOLHISTORIC PRESERVATION
RUMELY PRODUCTS COLLECTORSHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SAND PRAIRIEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SCIENCE STATIONSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM3193637836
SEMINOLE VALLEY FARMGENERAL MUSEUM3193789240
SPRINGVILLE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ST BRIDGET'S NOLAN SETTLEMENTHISTORIC PRESERVATION24 BARRINGTON PLACE
STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF IOWAHISTORIC PRESERVATION3193353916
STONE CITY FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM3194625874
TWENTY-FOURTH IOWA VOLUNTEER INFANTRY REGIMENTHISTORIC PRESERVATION2406 18TH ST SW
UNIVERSITY OF IOWA ATHLETICS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM3193841031
UNIVERSITY OF IOWA HOSPITALS AND CLINICS MEDICAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
UNIVERSITY OF IOWA MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM3193351727
UNIVERSITY OF IOWA MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORYNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM3193350481
USHERS FERRY HISTORIC VILLAGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION3192865763
VICTOR AREA HISTORICAL ASSOICATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Ely

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
IOWA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY123 S LINN ST0.0710,595
CEDAR RAPIDS PUBLIC LIBRARY450 FIFTH AVE SE0.0662,871
MARION PUBLIC LIBRARY1095 6TH AVE0.0318,458
CORALVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY1401 5TH ST0.0233,657
NORTH LIBERTY COMMUNITY LIBRARY520 W CHERRY ST0.0153,856
HIAWATHA PUBLIC LIBRARY150 W WILLMAN ST0.0117,204
SOLON PUBLIC LIBRARY320 W MAIN ST0.082,466
ELY PUBLIC LIBRARY1595 DOWS ST0.027,349
WEST BRANCH PUBLIC LIBRARY300 NDOWNEY ST0.026,765
LISBON PUBLIC LIBRARY101 E MAIN ST0.019,107
SPRINGVILLE MEMORIAL LIBRARY264 BROADWAY ST0.017,268
RUSSELL D. COLE LIBRARY620 THIRD ST SW0.012,967
FAIRFAX PUBLIC LIBRARY313 VANDERBILT ST0.011,820
SPRINGMIER COMMUNITY LIBRARY311 W MARENGO RD0.06,200
SWISHER COMMUNITY LIBRARY72 2ND ST0.03,662
MARTELLE COMMUNITY LIBRARY AND HISTORICAL MUSEUM202 SOUTH ST0.02,500
OXFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY112 N AUGUSTA AVE0.02,061

Farmers Markets in Ely

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
8th Avenue City Farmers Market8th Ave & 2nd St SEMay to OctoberTue:4:00 PM - 6:00 PM;Sat:7:30 AM - 12:00 PM;
Coralville Farmers' Market1513 7th St05/06/2019 to 10/07/2019Mon: 5:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Ely Farmers Market1570 Rowley St.May 5, 2012 to Oct 6, 2012Tue:4:00 PM - 6:30 PM;Sat:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM;
Ely Farmers Market1595 Dows St.November to MarchSat:9:00 AM - 12:00 PM;Visit
Hiawatha Farmer's Market701 Emmons St.Visit
Iowa City Farmers Market220 S. Gilbert St.05/04/2016 to 10/29/2016Wed: 5:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Lisbon Farmers MarketMain Street
Marion Farmers Market2200 31st Street05/05/2018 to 09/29/2018Sat: 8:00 AM-11:30 AM;
Mount Vernon (Iowa) Farmers' Market221 1st Street East05/01/2014 to 10/09/2014Thu: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Noelridge Farmers MarketCorner of Collins Road & Council Street NE05/01/2015 to 10/16/2015Mon: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;Wed: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;Fri: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit
Punta Gorda Downtown Farmers Market460 E. Washington St.Visit
Springville Farmers' Market304 BroadwayMay to AugustTue:4:00 PM - 6:00 PM;YesVisit
The Iowa City Mercer Park Farmers Market1317 Dover Street05/31/2016 to 08/30/2016Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit

Hotels in Ely

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Hotel At Kirkwood

Restaurants in Ely

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jerseys Pub & Grub
Odie's Bar

Gas Stations in Ely

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casey's General Store

Banks in Ely

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Solon State Bank

Golf Courses in Ely

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Airport National Golf Course

Breweries in Ely

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Another Road BrewingBrewery1175 8th Ave3192128563Visit
Bill's Drinking Establishment - ClosedRestaurant, Beverages, Restaurants, Brewery, Beer & Ale1038 7th Ave3194471030
General Store PubBars, IA, Restaurant, Beverages, Anamosa Ia, Brew Pubs, Anamosa Brewers, Restaurants, Malt Beverage12612 Stone City Rd13194624399, 3194624399Visit
Iowa Brewing Co.Brewery708 3rd St S E
Keystone Liquor & WineLiquor Store and Brewery515 2nd St
MulligansBar Brewery Pub American Restaurant Pizza Place1060 Old Marion Rd3192945778
Primetime Sports Bar & RestaurantBars, Brewery, Bar, and Sports Bar, Restaurants, Sports Bars, Bar & Grills4001 Center Point Rd N E3193932883
Sutliff Bar & GrillBars, American Restaurants, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries, Taverns5546 130th St N E3196242204
Sutliff Cider CompanyDistillery and Brewery382 Sutliff Rd
The Quarter Barrel Arcade & BreweryBrewery616 2nd Ave S E3196211836
Third Base Brewing CompanyAmerican Restaurant, Sports Bar, American Restaurant, and Brewery, Brewery, Sports Bar500 Blairs Ferry Rd N E3193789090Visit

Ski Resorts Near Ely

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Keystone 135.0 22 3,651 $120 November - April Yes Yes

Cell Towers in Ely

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Whittier Site 3686 JORDAN GROVE RDTOWER123
6501 BERRY ROADTOWER96
1229 E BERTRAM RDTOWER82
4377 120TH STREET NETOWER81
2968 GREENCASTLE AVENUE NWTOWER73
3928 White Oak Avenue SETOWER61
25 MORGAN BRIDGE RDTOWER61
2317 Ross RoadTOWER60
1237 MAREK ROADTOWER46
4127 MAIER AVENUE SWTOWER42

Fire Stations in Ely

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Ely Fire Department1300 Main STVolunteer319-848-4950

Bridges in Ely

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200216611,750G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197515911,750F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19761795,095F
CulvertConcrete continuous1958225,008G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19551323,930F
CulvertConcrete2007362,981G
SlabConcrete continuous1985921,728F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19001531,500F
SlabConcrete continuous1997911,061F
CulvertConcrete200156875G
SlabConcrete continuous198591511F
SlabWood or Timber200872137G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber198747137F
SlabConcrete continuous1988128113F
SlabWood or Timber19897194F
SlabWood or Timber20059092G
Channel BeamConcrete19712540P
CulvertConcrete continuous20002239G

Superfund Sites Near Ely

6 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ARCHER DANIELS MIDLAND COMPANY - CEDAR RAPIDS1350 WACONIA AVE SWLINN
ARCHER DANIELS MIDLAND COMPANY - CEDAR RAPIDS1350 WACONIA AVE SWLINN
ARCHER DANIELS MIDLAND COMPANY - CEDAR RAPIDS1350 WACONIA AVE SWLINN
ARCHER DANIELS MIDLAND COMPANY - CEDAR RAPIDS1350 WACONIA AVE SWLINN
LOPAREX, INC2000 INDUSTRIAL PARK RDJOHNSON
PRAIRIE CREEK3300 C ST SWLINN

Airports Near Ely

36 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
The Eastern Iowa AirportCIDMedium Airport
Ainsworth AirportSmall Airport
Amana AirportSmall Airport
Anderson AirportSmall Airport
Bartlett FieldSmall Airport
Belle Plaine Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Bellevue Farms AirportSmall Airport
Chain Lakes AirparkSmall Airport
Davis FieldSmall Airport
Dyersville Area AirportSmall Airport
Dyersville Area AirportSmall Airport
Flyers AirportSmall Airport
Green Castle AirportSmall Airport
Hannen AirportSmall Airport
Independence Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Iowa City Municipal AirportIOWSmall Airport
Lerchs AirportSmall Airport
Maas AirstripSmall Airport
Manchester Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Marine Farms FieldSmall Airport
Marion AirportSmall Airport
Mathews Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Mc Bride FieldSmall Airport
Meyer Agri-Air Van Horne AirportSmall Airport
Monticello Regional AirportMXOSmall Airport
Muscatine Municipal AirportMUTSmall Airport
Pfeifer FieldSmall Airport
Picayune AirportSmall Airport
Port Paradise Farms AirportSmall Airport
Rich FieldSmall Airport
Ritter FieldSmall Airport
Vinton Veterans Memorial AirparkSmall Airport
Walker FieldSmall Airport
Washington Municipal AirportSmall Airport
White Pigeon AirportSmall Airport
Workman AirfieldSmall Airport

Police Stations in Ely

18 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Cedar Rapids Police
Cedar Rapids Police
Cedar Rapids Police Department505 1st Street Southwest
Coralville Police Department1503 5th Street
Iowa City Police Department410 East Washington Street
Johnson County Sheriffs Office511 South Capitol Street
Linn County Sheriffs Department310 2nd Avenue Southwest
Lisbon City Police Department
Mount Vernon Police Department
Mount Vernon-Lisbon Police Department380 Old Lincoln Hwy
North Liberty Police Department340 North Main Street
North Liberty Police Department340 North Main Street
Robins Police Dapartment
University Heights Police Station1302 Melrose Avenue
University Heights Police Station1302 Melrose Avenue
University of Iowa Police200 South Capitol Street
West Branch Police Department
West Branch Police Department

Grocery Stores in Ely

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CASEY'S 2566Convenience Store1495 State St

Treatment Centers in Ely

17 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Abbe Center for Comm Mental Health - Cedar RapidsBoth319-398-3562
Abbe Ctr for Comm Mental HealthBoth319-398-3562
Area Substance Abuse Council - Cedar Rapids/Cedar Rapids LibrarySubstance Abuse319-390-4611
Area Substance Abuse Council - Cedar Rapids/OutpatientSubstance Abuse319-390-4611
Area Substance Abuse Council - Cedar Rapids/Recovery Center AdultSubstance Abuse319-390-4611
Area Substance Abuse Council - Cedar Rapids/Willis Dady Homeless ServSubstance Abuse319-390-4611
Chatham Oaks RCFMental Health319-887-2701
Community and Family Resources - Iowa City/GuideLink CenterSubstance Abuse319-688-8000
Community and Family Resources - Iowa City/Southgate AvenueSubstance Abuse319-351-4357
Community and Family Resources - Iowa City/Synchrony ServicesSubstance Abuse319-351-4357
Four Oaks Family and Childrens ServiceMental Health319-364-0259
Mercy Medical Center - Sedlacek Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse319-398-6226
Psychiatric AssociatesMental Health319-356-6352
Tanager PlaceMental Health319-365-9164
UnityPoint Health - Childrens Specialty ServicesMental Health319-558-4900
UnityPoint Health - St Lukes Chemical Dependency ServicesSubstance Abuse319-363-4429
UnityPoint Health - St Lukes Hospital Behav Health ServsMental Health319-369-7211

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ely

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ST JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCHPO BOX 165

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ely

What is the population of Ely?

Ely has a population of 2,033 residents and is located in Iowa. The population density is 1,203 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.6 years. The population is 46.2% female and 53.8% male.

Is Ely expensive to live in?

Ely is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 87.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $102,262, 36% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $275,800 (2% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,014 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Ely safe?

Ely is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 299 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,842 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Ely receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ely?

Ely has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Ely?

The job market in Ely is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,238. There are 5,140 business establishments in the area, including 448 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 6.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ely?

The median home value in Ely is $275,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $357,100. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,014. Fair market rent is $788 for a 1-bedroom and $989 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 81.9%. The average annual property tax is $6,982.

How are the schools in Ely?

Schools in Ely score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 35.6% of adults in Ely hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. 8.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ely?

The obesity rate in Ely is 32.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.0% of adults are smokers. 17.4% are physically inactive. 23.3% of residents report depression. 4.9% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 89.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:521.

What is transportation like in Ely?

The average commute in Ely is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ely?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ely is 96.7% White, 0.6% Black or African American. 97.4% of residents speak only English at home. 6.0% of the population are military veterans. 7.1% of residents have a disability. 99.2% have health insurance coverage.

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