Grandview, IA

Iowa

Grandview is a small town in Iowa with a population of 438. Residents earn $46,750 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
438 Population 1,904/sq mi density
$46,750 Median Income $30,272 per capita
$134,000 Home Value $152,225 Zillow
$828 Median Rent 19.7% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$46,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$134,000 home value, $828/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,750
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $134,000
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $828
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population438
Median Age59.9 yrs
Density1,904/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,750
Per Capita$30,272
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$930M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$134,000
Rent$828
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$152,225
Rent Burden19.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Elevation703 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute27 min
Libraries4

Is Grandview a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grandview is $46,750, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grandview is $134,000, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $828 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.1% 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

Grandview experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches, including 31.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Grandview has a population of 438 with a density of 1,904 people per square mile. The median age is 59.9 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

438
Total Population
1,904
People / sq mi
59.9yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Grandview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grandview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grandview is $46,750, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Grandview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,750
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,272
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$67,697

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)281
County GDP$930M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare22
Retail24
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Grandview is $134,000, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $828 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $152,225.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,000
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$152,225

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$828
29% below US avg
Rent Burden19.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Rate2.05%
In Grandview, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death6,584/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access59.0%
Healthcare Facilities22

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Grandview has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.8 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall31.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation703 ft (214 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,904/sq mi
Coordinates41.2771°N, 91.1881°W
County FIPS19115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 28.8%

Winner: Republican by 41 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,904/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants12
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Work from Home1.3%

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