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Granville, IA

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Granville is a small town in Iowa with a population of 255. Residents earn $68,958 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
255 Population 879/sq mi density
$68,958 Median Income $46,304 per capita
$156,300 Home Value $267,904 Zillow
$1,089 Median Rent 14.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,958 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,300 home value, $1,089/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,958
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $156,300
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,089
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population255
Median Age59.9 yrs
Density879/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans10.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,958
Per Capita$46,304
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$1,087M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,300
Rent$1,089
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$267,904
Housing Units133
Rent Burden14.5%

Health

Obesity33.9%
Uninsured9.1%
Smoking12.0%
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain31.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,446 ft (441 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+97.9%
Graduate+8.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute14 min
Broadband95.4%
Libraries6

Is Granville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Granville receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Granville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Granville is $68,958, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Granville is $156,300, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,089 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Granville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°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 31.2 inches, including 37.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Granville has a population of 255 with a density of 879 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 (98%).

Population

255
Total Population
879
People / sq mi
59.9yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Granville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.9%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.1%
47% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Granville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Granville is $68,958, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Granville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,958
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,304
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$74,807

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)452
County GDP$1,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare33
Retail45
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,325
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.0 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Granville is $156,300, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,089 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $267,904.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,300
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$267,904

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,089
6% below US avg
Rent Burden14.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.6%
Housing Units133
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,325
5% below US avg
Effective Rate2.13%
In Granville, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.1% of residents lack health insurance. 12.0% are current smokers. 19.3% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.6%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.0%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress10.6%
Short Sleep28.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Uninsured9.1%
6% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits69.5%
Premature Death7,020/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities33
Granville 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 31.2 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.2 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall37.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,446 ft (441 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density879/sq mi
Coordinates42.9853°N, 95.8750°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.8-point margin. 95.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%
D 26.5%

Winner: Republican by 45.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+97.9%
Graduate Degree+8.3%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density879/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.4%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants30
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.0 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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