Median Income
$63,125
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$117,200
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$807
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.6%
15% lower than US avg
How Gladbrook Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population998
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density1,426/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Economy
A
Median Income$63,125
Per Capita$30,298
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$848M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$117,200
Rent$807
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$122,769
Health
Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Elevation977 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute28 min
Libraries9
Is Gladbrook a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gladbrook receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Gladbrook offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Gladbrook is $63,125, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Gladbrook is $117,200, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $807 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Gladbrook experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Gladbrook has a population of 998 with a density of 1,426 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%).
Population
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Gladbrook vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Gladbrook vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Gladbrook is $63,125, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: Gladbrook vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,125 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,298 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $938 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,559 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.6% |
| 15% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 440 |
| County GDP | $848M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Healthcare | 26 |
| Retail | 50 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,285 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.80% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.4 min |
| Work from Home | 6.2% |
The median home value in Gladbrook is $117,200, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $807 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $122,769.
Home Values
| Census Median | $117,200 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $122,769 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $807 |
| 31% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,285 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.80% |
In Gladbrook, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gladbrook vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.1% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.8% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.2% |
| Depression | 22.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 7,872/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 26 |
Crime Rates: Gladbrook vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Gladbrook has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-7°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 47.7°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 32.8 inches |
| 14% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 977 ft (298 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,426/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.1861°N, 92.7151°W |
| County FIPS | 19171 |