Fredericksburg, IA

Iowa · Bremer County · Waterloo-Cedar Falls Metro

Fredericksburg is a small town in Iowa with a population of 1,040. Residents earn $65,809 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0

B Good

1,040 Population 1,156/sq mi density

$65,809 Median Income $35,542 per capita

$164,100 Home Value $196,446 Zillow

$750 Median Rent 17.9% income on rent

46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

140 Violent Crime/100K 644 property/100K

Overall

3.1 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.3 / 5.0

$65,809 median income, 0.9% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$164,100 home value, $750/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

140 violent crimes/100K (63% below avg)

Education

2.1 / 5.0

14.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $65,809

12% lower than US avg

Home Value $164,100

42% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 140/100K

63% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 14.1%

58% lower than US avg

Median Rent $750

36% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.3%

19% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.9%

75% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.5%

56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,040

Median Age43.4 yrs

Density1,156/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans3.7%

Economy

Median Income$65,809

Per Capita$35,542

Unemployment0.9%

Poverty5.5%

County GDP$1,581M

Commute22 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$164,100

Rent$750

Ownership71.0%

Zillow$196,446

Housing Units502

Rent Burden17.9%

Crime

Violent140/100K

Property644/100K

Health

Obesity38.3%

Uninsured7.2%

Smoking15.1%

Depression20.3%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain38.6 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation1,085 ft (331 m)

Education

Bachelor's+14.1%

High School+90.6%

Graduate+3.7%

School Score6.42

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%

Commute22 min

Broadband83.7%

EV Stations2

Libraries7

Is Fredericksburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fredericksburg receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Fredericksburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fredericksburg is $65,809, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fredericksburg is $164,100, 42% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Fredericksburg is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 140 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 644 per 100,000, 67% below the national average.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Fredericksburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fredericksburg has a population of 1,040 with a density of 1,156 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.7% female and 48.3% male. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 2.2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.2% of residents. 3.7% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 19.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 97.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,040

Total Population

1,156

People / sq mi

43.4yrs

Median Age

12% above US avg

0.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%

Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Fredericksburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.2%

24% above US avg

Spanish 2.8%

79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fredericksburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fredericksburg is $65,809, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,542. The average weekly wage is $1,011, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 749 business establishments, including 48 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Fredericksburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$65,809
	12% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$35,542
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,011
IRS Avg AGI	$84,332
Gini Index	0.412 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.9%
	75% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.5%
	56% below US avg
Establishments (County)	749
County GDP	$1,581M

Business (County)

Restaurants	48
Healthcare	73
Retail	72
Manufacturing	31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,930
	41% above US avg
Cost of Living	87.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	21.9 min
Drive Alone	81.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Fredericksburg is $164,100, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,446, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $788 for a one-bedroom to $989 for a two-bedroom apartment. 71.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 502 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1972. The average annual property tax is $4,930 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 17.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$164,100
	42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$196,446

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$750
	36% below US avg
Rent Burden	17.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	71.0%
Owner-Occupied	71.0%
Renter-Occupied	29.0%
Housing Units	502
Median Year Built	1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,930
	41% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.00%

In Fredericksburg, 38.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 30.1% have high blood pressure. 15.1% are current smokers. 24.6% report binge drinking. 23.6% are physically inactive. 20.3% report depression. 17.2% experience frequent mental distress. 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,090. The dentist ratio is 1:1,684. 73.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.6 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.3%
	19% above US avg
Diabetes	8.8%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	30.1%
Asthma	9.8%
COPD	5.6%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.1%
	8% above US avg
Binge Drinking	24.6%
Physical Inactivity	23.6%
Depression	20.3%
Mental Distress	17.2%
Physical Distress	11.6%
Short Sleep	32.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.1%
Uninsured	7.2%
	16% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,090
Dentists	1:1,684
Mental Health	1:527
Checkup Rate	73.4%
Dental Visits	68.6%
Premature Death	6,009/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.6/10
Exercise Access	73.8%
Healthcare Facilities	73

Fredericksburg has a violent crime rate of 140 per 100,000 residents, 63% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 644 per 100,000, 67% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Fredericksburg receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	140.1/100K
	63% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	644.3/100K
	67% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	3
Avg Accident Severity	3.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Fredericksburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 1,085 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	46.4°F
	14% below US avg
January Average	16°F (-9°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,085 ft (331 m)
Area	0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density	1,156/sq mi
Coordinates	42.9648°N, 92.1965°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Bremer County County
Nearest Airport	Northeast Iowa Regional (CCY) 22 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.6"

2% above US avg

Wettest Month (Aug) 4.61"

Driest Month (Jan) 0.98"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0471 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	24.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	10.6 / 100
Community Resilience	98.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Very Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Very Low
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Tornado History

539 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 35 fatalities, 937 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 25, 2008	EF5	72 km	9
May 15, 1968	EF5	39 km	5
May 15, 1968	EF5	78 km	13
Aug 12, 1974	EF4	90 km	0
Jul 12, 1971	EF4	36 km	0
Apr 30, 1967	EF4	96 km	0
Apr 30, 1967	EF4	87 km	0
Aug 26, 1965	EF4	74 km	1
May 5, 1965	EF4	62 km	0
Sep 1, 1961	EF4	69 km	0
May 10, 1953	EF4	56 km	2
May 25, 2008	EF3	43 km	0
Jun 11, 2004	EF3	56 km	0
May 11, 2000	EF3	54 km	1
Jul 27, 1995	EF3	59 km	0
Jul 19, 1994	EF3	38 km	0
Jun 19, 1993	EF3	82 km	0
Jun 28, 1990	EF3	88 km	0
May 30, 1985	EF3	56 km	2
Nov 9, 1975	EF3	88 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	16°F (-9°C)	1.0 in	Coldest, Driest
February	21°F (-6°C)	1.0 in
March	33°F (1°C)	2.3 in
April	47°F (8°C)	3.6 in
May	59°F (15°C)	4.4 in
June	69°F (20°C)	4.5 in
July	72°F (22°C)	4.6 in	Warmest
August	70°F (21°C)	4.6 in	Wettest
September	61°F (16°C)	3.5 in
October	50°F (10°C)	2.6 in
November	34°F (1°C)	2.2 in
December	20°F (-7°C)	1.4 in

Fredericksburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 16°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.6") and January the driest (1.0").

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Fredericksburg is located in Bremer County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 14.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 58% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 60.5% of the vote, a 22.2-point margin. 83.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 73 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%

D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	3
Avg Accident Severity	3.3 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	14.1%
	58% below US avg
High School+	90.6%
Graduate Degree+	3.7%
School Test Score	6.42

C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	1,156/sq mi
Total Area	0.9 sq mi
County	Bremer County County

Services

Broadband Access	83.7%
Avg Download Speed	154.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	102.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	5
Public Libraries	7
Healthcare Facilities	73
Restaurants	48
Retail Stores	72

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.9 min
Drive Alone	81.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.5%

Average costs for common services in Fredericksburg. 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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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	$690
Toddler	$594
Preschool	$594
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$465
Toddler	$458
Preschool	$458

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Bremer County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	1,325	42	$68,128	1.67
Retail Trade	1,232	74	$30,496	1.27
Finance & Insurance	950	68	$89,165	2.42
Accommodation & Food Services	583	44	$16,633	0.66
Construction	447	62	$59,502	0.88
Wholesale Trade	239	44	$70,304	0.63
Other Services	181	52	$37,902	0.62
Professional & Technical Services	170	68	$99,192	0.25
Administrative & Waste Services	142	29	$44,032	0.25
Arts & Entertainment	91	8	$8,906	0.56
Management of Companies	78	15	$116,086	0.48
Information & Technology	54	13	$48,206	0.30
Real Estate	43	21	$49,555	0.29

Schools in Fredericksburg

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Sumner-Fredericksburg Middle School	Middle	224	15	14.9:1
Fredericksburg Elem School	Elementary	128	9	14.2:1

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Radio Stations near Fredericksburg

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Retro Country 890	classic country, country music	MP3 128 kbps
KRJE-Radio For Jesus Live Stream	christian	AAC+ 64 kbps

National Parks Near Fredericksburg

11 national parks and monuments found near Fredericksburg.

Park	Type	Fee
Backbone State Park	State Park	Free
Beaver Creek Valley State Park	State Park	Free
Cedar Rock	State Park	Free
Effigy Mounds National Monument	National Monument	Free
Forestville Mystery Cave State Park	State Park	Free
George Wyth State Park	State Park	Free
Great River Bluffs State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Louise State Park	State Park	Free
Pine Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Union Grove State Park	State Park	Free
Wapsipinicon State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Fredericksburg

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	938	$37,802
2015	934	$36,950
2017	931	$38,125
2019	924	$48,654
2021	969	$56,948
2023	980	$65,809

Museums in Fredericksburg

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
CARNEGIE CULTURAL CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		6413942354	$64,692
NORTHEAST IOWA ANTIQUE ENGINE AND POWER GROUP	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 264	3192313441	$50,162
BILY CLOCKS MUSEUM & ANTONIN DVORAK EXHIBIT	GENERAL MUSEUM		5635623569
HAWKEYE COMMUNITY HISTORICAL CLUB	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
INTERNATIONAL SNOWMOBILE HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM		2182451725
MEMORIES ARE FOREVER	GENERAL MUSEUM		5635785778
ST WENCESLAUS HERITAGE SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM
WAUCOMA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Fredericksburg

Name	Address	Annual Visits
NEW HAMPTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	20 W SPRING ST	36,015
SUMNER PUBLIC LIBRARY	206 N RAILROAD ST	34,916
TRIPOLI PUBLIC LIBRARY	101 4TH AVE SW	14,400
UPHAM MEMORIAL LIBRARY	138 W MAIN ST	14,237
ALTA VISTA PUBLIC LIBRARY	203 S WHITE AVE	6,000
SPILLVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	201 OAK ST	4,049
HAWKEYE PUBLIC LIBRARY	104 S 2ND ST	3,443
LAWLER PUBLIC LIBRARY	412 E GROVE ST	3,337
WAUCOMA PUBLIC LIBRARY	103 1ST AVE SW	3,200
WESTGATE PUBLIC LIBRARY	180 MAIN ST	2,578

Farmers Markets in Fredericksburg

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
New Hampton Farmers Market	Corner of Main Street & Chestnut Avenue
Tripoli Farmers Market	Swimming pool parking lot

Cell Towers in Fredericksburg

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
(New Hampton) 2045 QUINLAN AVE	TOWER	128
Frederika Site 120TH STREET	TOWER	76
(New Hampton DT) 915 Frink Street	TOWER	59

Fire Stations in Fredericksburg

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Fredericksburg Fire Department	100 Falcon DR	Volunteer			641-435-7186

Bridges in Fredericksburg

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Concrete continuous	1983	276	3,150	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1983	103	2,920	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1977	103	2,610	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1977	83	2,610	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1983	32	2,610	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	2021	103	795	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1988	38	795	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	2022	81	540	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2017	192	511	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	2005	103	291	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	2009	103	189	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2006	189	154	G
Slab	Concrete	1952	32	108	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1987	22	104	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1900	115	98	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1954	70	88	P
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2009	25	82	G
Culvert	Steel	2023	20	82	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1999	40	73	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1981	102	62	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2004	25	59	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1990	36	51	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	2004	48	49	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1995	43	49	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1991	25	47	P
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2009	25	44	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1983	25	41	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1983	25	39	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1982	31	34	F
Culvert	Concrete	2010	27	30	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2003	217	30	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1982	46	29	P
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1994	21	29	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1985	21	29	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	2007	69	26	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1993	44	25	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1978	25	16	F
Culvert	Steel	2019	48	5	G

Airports Near Fredericksburg

38 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Northeast Iowa Regional Airport	CCY	Medium Airport
Waterloo Regional Airport	ALO	Medium Airport
Allison Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Austin Municipal Airport	AUM	Small Airport
Bluebird Airport	—	Small Airport
Caldbeck Field	—	Small Airport
Dale Delight Airport	—	Small Airport
Davis Field	—	Small Airport
Decorah Municipal Airport	DEH	Small Airport
Deters Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Ellen Church Field	—	Small Airport
Fillmore County Airport	—	Small Airport
Flyers Airport	—	Small Airport
Folkerts Airport	—	Small Airport
George L Scott Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Gilgenbach's Airport	—	Small Airport
Grundy Center Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Hannen Airport	—	Small Airport
Henry Airport	—	Small Airport
High Grove Airport	—	Small Airport
Houston County Airport	—	Small Airport
Independence Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Isley Field	—	Small Airport
Koch Field	—	Small Airport
Manchester Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Matthias Field	—	Small Airport
Mitchell Field	—	Small Airport
New Hampton Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Oelwein Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Osage Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Pietenpol Field	—	Small Airport
Ritel Copter Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Tonner Field	—	Small Airport
Triple J Airport	—	Small Airport
Vinton Veterans Memorial Airpark	—	Small Airport
Waukon Municipal Airport	UKN	Small Airport
Waverly Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Witcombe Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Fredericksburg

1 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Sumner Police Department

Grocery Stores in Fredericksburg

3 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Casey's General Store 2618	Convenience Store	215 W Main St
Dollar General 24048	Other	Hwy 18
Fredericksburg Food Center	Grocery Store	100 W Main St

Post Offices in Fredericksburg

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Fredericksburg Post Office

Treatment Centers in Fredericksburg

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Pathways Behavioral Services Inc	Substance Abuse	563-237-5300

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fredericksburg

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
SAINT PAULS LUTHERAN CHURCH	222 S WASHINGTON AVE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fredericksburg

What is the population of Fredericksburg?

Fredericksburg has a population of 1,040 residents and is located in Iowa. The population density is 1,156 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.7% female and 48.3% male.

Is Fredericksburg expensive to live in?

Fredericksburg 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 $65,809, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $164,100 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Fredericksburg safe?

Fredericksburg is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 140 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 644 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Fredericksburg receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Fredericksburg?

Fredericksburg has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Fredericksburg?

The job market in Fredericksburg is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,011. There are 749 business establishments in the area, including 48 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 7.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Fredericksburg?

The median home value in Fredericksburg is $164,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,446. For renters, the median monthly rent is $750. Fair market rent is $788 for a 1-bedroom and $989 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 71.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,930.

How are the schools in Fredericksburg?

Schools in Fredericksburg score 6.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 14.1% of adults in Fredericksburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Fredericksburg?

The obesity rate in Fredericksburg is 38.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.1% of adults are smokers. 23.6% are physically inactive. 20.3% of residents report depression. 7.2% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 73.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,090.

What is transportation like in Fredericksburg?

The average commute in Fredericksburg is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Fredericksburg?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fredericksburg is 89.2% White, 2.2% Hispanic or Latino. 97.2% of residents speak only English at home. 3.7% of the population are military veterans. 19.1% of residents have a disability. 97.1% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

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