Greeley, IA

Iowa

Greeley is a small town in Iowa with a population of 264. Residents earn $51,667 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
264 Population 695/sq mi density
$51,667 Median Income $27,555 per capita
$85,000 Home Value $207,834 Zillow
$820 Median Rent 17.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$51,667 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $820/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,667
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.6%
95% lower than US avg
Median Rent $820
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

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

People

Population264
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density695/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,667
Per Capita$27,555
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty16.9%
County GDP$1,257M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$820
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$207,834
Housing Units120
Rent Burden17.0%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking16.0%
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,149 ft (350 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.6%
High School+95.7%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute28 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries5

Is Greeley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greeley receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Greeley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greeley is $51,667, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 16.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greeley is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $820 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Greeley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches, including 35.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Greeley has a population of 264 with a density of 695 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.4%), with 10.6% Hispanic.

Population

264
Total Population
695
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Greeley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Greeley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greeley is $51,667, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Greeley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,667
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,555
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$71,955

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg
Establishments (County)606
County GDP$1,257M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare37
Retail67
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,125
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Greeley is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $820 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $207,834.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$207,834

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$820
29% below US avg
Rent Burden17.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%
Housing Units120
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,125
18% above US avg
Effective Rate4.85%
In Greeley, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 21.3% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.3%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep31.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits68.6%
Premature Death6,094/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access64.0%
Healthcare Facilities37
Greeley has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.8 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) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.9°F
15% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.8 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall35.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,149 ft (350 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density695/sq mi
Coordinates42.5849°N, 91.3417°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 1.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.6-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.1%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.6%
95% below US avg
High School+95.7%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density695/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants36
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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