Greene, IA

Iowa

Greene is a small town in Iowa with a population of 1,390. Residents earn $54,298 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,390 Population 1,219/sq mi density
$54,298 Median Income $30,088 per capita
$125,200 Home Value $158,307 Zillow
$898 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$54,298 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,200 home value, $898/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,298
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,200
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.2%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $898
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,390
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density1,219/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,298
Per Capita$30,088
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$705M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,200
Rent$898
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,307

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Elevation956 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.2%
High School+95.3%
School Score5.72

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute28 min
Libraries8

Is Greene a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greene receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Greene stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greene is $54,298, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greene is $125,200, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $898 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Greene experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Greene has a population of 1,390 with a density of 1,219 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%).

Population

1,390
Total Population
1,219
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Greene vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.7%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.3%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Greene vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greene is $54,298, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Greene vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,298
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,088
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$72,290

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)424
County GDP$705M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare28
Retail44
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,327
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Work from Home10.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Greene is $125,200, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $898 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,307.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,200
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$158,307

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$898
23% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$682
1 Bedroom$700
2 Bedrooms$919
3 Bedrooms$1,278
4 Bedrooms$1,486

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,327
5% below US avg
Effective Rate2.66%
In Greene, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.3%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death5,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities28

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Greene 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 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.4 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation956 ft (291 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density1,219/sq mi
Coordinates42.8965°N, 92.8035°W
County FIPS19023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 26.7%

Winner: Republican by 45.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.2%
16% below US avg
High School+95.3%
School Test Score5.72
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,219/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants19
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Work from Home10.7%

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