Guttenberg, IA

Iowa

Guttenberg is a small town in Iowa with a population of 1,675. Residents earn $49,613 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,675 Population 765/sq mi density
$49,613 Median Income $35,555 per capita
$183,800 Home Value $261,212 Zillow
$799 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$49,613 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$183,800 home value, $799/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,613
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $183,800
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $799
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,675
Median Age57.6 yrs
Density765/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,613
Per Capita$35,555
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty12.9%
County GDP$1,177M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$183,800
Rent$799
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$261,212

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Elevation908 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute22 min
EV Stations3
Libraries9

Is Guttenberg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Guttenberg receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Guttenberg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Guttenberg is $49,613, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Guttenberg is $183,800, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $799 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Guttenberg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Guttenberg has a population of 1,675 with a density of 765 people per square mile. The median age is 57.6 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%).

Population

1,675
Total Population
765
People / sq mi
57.6yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43%
Female 57%

Race & Ethnicity

Guttenberg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Guttenberg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Guttenberg is $49,613, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Guttenberg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,613
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,555
Avg Weekly Wage$987
IRS Avg AGI$70,538

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)614
County GDP$1,177M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare50
Retail88
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,527
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Guttenberg is $183,800, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $799 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,212.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$183,800
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$261,212

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$799
31% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,527
1% above US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
In Guttenberg, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death6,442/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access61.0%
Healthcare Facilities50

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Guttenberg has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall34.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation908 ft (277 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density765/sq mi
Coordinates42.7886°N, 91.1088°W
County FIPS19043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 34.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density765/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants53
Retail Stores88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Work from Home4.1%

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