Frederika, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Frederika is a small town in Iowa with a population of 207. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
207 Population 559/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $26,836 per capita
$101,600 Home Value $96,017 Zillow
$616 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,600 home value, $616/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,600
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $616
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population207
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density559/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$26,836
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$1,581M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,600
Rent$616
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$96,017
Housing Units151

Health

Obesity40.6%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking17.3%
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,042 ft (318 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+89.3%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute42 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries7

Is Frederika a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Frederika receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Frederika offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Frederika is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Frederika is $101,600, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $616 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Frederika 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.

Frederika has a population of 207 with a density of 559 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

207
Total Population
559
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Frederika vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Frederika vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Frederika is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Frederika vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,836
Avg Weekly Wage$1,011
IRS Avg AGI$84,332

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)749
County GDP$1,581M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare73
Retail72
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,930
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.8 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Frederika is $101,600, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $616 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $96,017.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,600
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$96,017

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$616
47% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.5%
Housing Units151
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,930
41% above US avg
Effective Rate4.85%
In Frederika, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 21.6% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits65.8%
Premature Death6,009/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access73.8%
Healthcare Facilities73
Frederika has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 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) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,042 ft (318 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density559/sq mi
Coordinates42.8834°N, 92.3060°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19017
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+89.3%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density559/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities73
Restaurants48
Retail Stores72

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.8 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home1.0%

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