Geneva, IA

Iowa

Geneva is a small town in Iowa with a population of 168. Residents earn $65,000 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
168 Population 410/sq mi density
$65,000 Median Income $34,343 per capita
$62,000 Home Value $159,233 Zillow
$625 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$65,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$62,000 home value, $625/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,000
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $62,000
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.8%
108% higher than US avg

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

People

Population168
Median Age53.1 yrs
Density410/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$65,000
Per Capita$34,343
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.8%
County GDP$790M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$62,000
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$159,233
Rent Burden12.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Elevation1,101 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute43 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries4

Is Geneva a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Geneva is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Geneva is $62,000, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Geneva experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Geneva has a population of 168 with a density of 410 people per square mile. The median age is 53.1 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

168
Total Population
410
People / sq mi
53.1yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.7%
Female 33.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Geneva vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Geneva vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Geneva is $65,000, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Geneva vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,000
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,343
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$73,117

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.8%
108% above US avg
Establishments (County)364
County GDP$790M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare26
Retail36
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,431
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.4 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Geneva is $62,000, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $159,233.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$62,000
78% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$159,233

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,431
2% below US avg
Effective Rate5.53%
In Geneva, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.3%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death9,806/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access76.5%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Geneva has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,101 ft (336 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density410/sq mi
Coordinates42.6748°N, 93.1298°W
County FIPS19069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.7-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.2%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density410/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants15
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.4 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

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