Grafton, IA

Iowa

Grafton is a small town in Iowa with a population of 233. Residents earn $52,188 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
233 Population 728/sq mi density
$52,188 Median Income $36,021 per capita
$94,600 Home Value $169,560 Zillow
$655 Median Rent 19.0% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$52,188 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,600 home value, $655/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,188
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $94,600
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $655
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population233
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density728/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans8.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,188
Per Capita$36,021
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty11.6%
County GDP$485M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,600
Rent$655
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$169,560
Rent Burden19.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Elevation1,228 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+87.2%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute23 min
Broadband70.2%
Libraries7

Is Grafton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grafton receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Grafton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grafton is $52,188, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grafton is $94,600, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $655 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Grafton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches, including 40.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Grafton has a population of 233 with a density of 728 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

233
Total Population
728
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.4%
Female 38.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Grafton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grafton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grafton is $52,188, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Grafton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,188
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,021
Avg Weekly Wage$893
IRS Avg AGI$71,143

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
7% below US avg
Establishments (County)233
County GDP$485M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare11
Retail19
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,689
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Grafton is $94,600, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $655 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,560.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,600
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$169,560

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$655
44% below US avg
Rent Burden19.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,689
23% below US avg
Effective Rate2.84%
In Grafton, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death6,737/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access58.7%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Grafton has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall40.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,228 ft (374 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density728/sq mi
Coordinates43.3307°N, 93.0687°W
County FIPS19195
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.2-point margin. 70.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.5%
D 35.3%

Winner: Republican by 28.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+87.2%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density728/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.2%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants10
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%

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