Farnhamville, IA

Iowa

Farnhamville is a small town in Iowa with a population of 417. Residents earn $55,000 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
417 Population 632/sq mi density
$55,000 Median Income $29,953 per capita
$69,200 Home Value $126,317 Zillow
$754 Median Rent 31.3% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$55,000 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$69,200 home value, $754/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,000
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $69,200
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $754
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.2%
103% higher than US avg

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

People

Population417
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density632/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans11.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,000
Per Capita$29,953
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty25.2%
County GDP$560M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$69,200
Rent$754
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$126,317
Rent Burden31.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Elevation1,130 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute32 min
Broadband86.8%
Libraries7

Is Farnhamville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Farnhamville is $55,000, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. The poverty rate of 25.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Farnhamville is $69,200, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $754 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Farnhamville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches, including 31.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Farnhamville has a population of 417 with a density of 632 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.4%), with 6.5% Black.

Population

417
Total Population
632
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Farnhamville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Farnhamville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Farnhamville is $55,000, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Farnhamville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,000
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,953
Avg Weekly Wage$925
IRS Avg AGI$75,557

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.2%
103% above US avg
Establishments (County)325
County GDP$560M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare31
Retail49
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,718
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Farnhamville is $69,200, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $754 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $126,317.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$69,200
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$126,317

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$754
35% below US avg
Rent Burden31.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,718
6% above US avg
Effective Rate5.37%
In Farnhamville, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.7%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death7,619/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access43.4%
Healthcare Facilities31

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Farnhamville has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.3 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall31.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,130 ft (344 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density632/sq mi
Coordinates42.2765°N, 94.4077°W
County FIPS19025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.7-point margin. 86.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.8%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 46.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+97.3%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density632/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants15
Retail Stores49

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

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