Fruitland, IA

Iowa

Fruitland is a small town in Iowa with a population of 1,107. Residents earn $101,375 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,107 Population 615/sq mi density
$101,375 Median Income $33,362 per capita
$219,000 Home Value $269,565 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$101,375 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$219,000 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,375
35% higher than US avg
Home Value $219,000
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,107
Median Age30.5 yrs
Density615/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$101,375
Per Capita$33,362
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$3,242M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$219,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$269,565

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Elevation548 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+90.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute20 min
Libraries3

Is Fruitland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fruitland receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Fruitland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fruitland is $101,375, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Fruitland among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fruitland is $219,000, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Fruitland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 23.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fruitland has a population of 1,107 with a density of 615 people per square mile. The median age is 30.5 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%).

Population

1,107
Total Population
615
People / sq mi
30.5yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fruitland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fruitland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fruitland is $101,375, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Fruitland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,375
35% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,362
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$71,292

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,233
County GDP$3,242M

Business (County)

Restaurants105
Healthcare99
Retail128
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,864
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fruitland is $219,000, 22% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $269,565.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,000
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$269,565

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,864
39% above US avg
Effective Rate2.22%
In Fruitland, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.6%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.6%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death7,717/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities99

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Fruitland has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall23.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density615/sq mi
Coordinates41.3475°N, 91.1288°W
County FIPS19139
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.6%
D 41.7%

Winner: Republican by 14.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+90.0%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density615/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities99
Restaurants105
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Work from Home2.0%

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