Iowa
Emmetsburg is a small town in Iowa with a population of 3,651. Residents earn $57,353 per year, which is 24% below the national average.
Based on current data, Emmetsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Emmetsburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Emmetsburg is $57,353, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 16.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Emmetsburg is $114,600, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $589 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 580 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,134 per 100,000, 42% below the national average.
16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Emmetsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches, including 37.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 99.7% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.3% |
| 98% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $57,353 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $33,900 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $912 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,314 |
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.6% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 336 |
| County GDP | $796M |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 32 |
| Retail | 41 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,525 |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.08% |
| Commute Time | 14.1 min |
| Work from Home | 7.4% |
| Census Median | $114,600 |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $164,973 |
| Census Median Rent | $589 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,525 |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.08% |
| Obesity | 42.2% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.1% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.0% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 98.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,822/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 71.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 32 |
| Total Violent | 580.3/100K |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 580.3/100K |
| Total Property | 1,134.3/100K |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 237.4/100K |
| Theft | 817.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 79.1/100K |
| Arson | 26.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 47.3°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 33.6 inches |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 37.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,225 ft (373 m) |
| Area | 3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 963/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.1148°N, 94.6796°W |
| County FIPS | 19147 |
Winner: Republican by 45 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.8% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.73 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 963/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 32 |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Retail Stores | 41 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 14.1 min |
| Work from Home | 7.4% |