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Farmersburg, IA

Iowa

Farmersburg is a small town in Iowa with a population of 364. Residents earn $48,542 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
364 Population 888/sq mi density
$48,542 Median Income $28,301 per capita
$79,000 Home Value $283,956 Zillow
$675 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$48,542 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,000 home value, $675/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,542
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population364
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density888/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans8.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,542
Per Capita$28,301
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$1,177M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,000
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$283,956
Housing Units177
Rent Burden23.8%

Health

Obesity42.9%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking20.4%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation924 ft (282 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+89.5%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute36 min
Broadband85.1%
Libraries9

Is Farmersburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Farmersburg receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Farmersburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Farmersburg is $48,542, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Farmersburg is $79,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Farmersburg 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.

Farmersburg has a population of 364 with a density of 888 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

364
Total Population
888
People / sq mi
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Farmersburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Farmersburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Farmersburg is $48,542, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Farmersburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,542
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,301
Avg Weekly Wage$987
IRS Avg AGI$70,538

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)614
County GDP$1,177M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare50
Retail88
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,527
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.8 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Farmersburg is $79,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $283,956.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,000
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$283,956

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.1%
Housing Units177
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,527
1% above US avg
Effective Rate4.46%
In Farmersburg, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 20.4% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits61.4%
Premature Death6,442/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access61.0%
Healthcare Facilities50
Farmersburg 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

Elevation924 ft (282 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density888/sq mi
Coordinates42.9593°N, 91.3667°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.5-point margin. 85.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 34.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+89.5%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density888/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.1%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants53
Retail Stores88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.8 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

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