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Goodell, IA

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Goodell is a small town in Iowa with a population of 240. Residents earn $83,438 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
240 Population 558/sq mi density
$83,438 Median Income $26,391 per capita
$56,900 Home Value $113,514 Zillow
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$83,438 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,900 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,438
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $56,900
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population240
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density558/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$83,438
Per Capita$26,391
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$1,247M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$113,514
Housing Units86
Rent Burden24.4%

Health

Obesity43.0%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking15.2%
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,246 ft (380 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+99.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute24 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries5

Is Goodell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goodell receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Goodell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Goodell is $83,438, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Goodell is $56,900, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Goodell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches, including 31.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Goodell has a population of 240 with a density of 558 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%).

Population

240
Total Population
558
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Goodell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Goodell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goodell is $83,438, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Goodell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,438
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,391
Avg Weekly Wage$1,126
IRS Avg AGI$67,568

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg
Establishments (County)468
County GDP$1,247M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare35
Retail46
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,919
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Drive Alone55.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Goodell is $56,900, 80% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $113,514.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,900
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$113,514

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.0%
Housing Units86
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,919
12% above US avg
Effective Rate6.89%
In Goodell, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 20.7% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits64.5%
Premature Death6,879/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access86.5%
Healthcare Facilities35
Goodell has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 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) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall31.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,246 ft (380 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density558/sq mi
Coordinates42.9238°N, 93.6141°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19197
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%
D 31%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+99.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density558/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants28
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Drive Alone55.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

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