Halbur, IA

Iowa

Halbur is a small town in Iowa with a population of 307. Residents earn $83,333 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
307 Population 1,462/sq mi density
$83,333 Median Income $37,628 per capita
$148,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,333 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,400 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,333
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $148,400
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.9%
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
95% lower than US avg

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

People

Population307
Median Age31.2 yrs
Density1,462/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,333
Per Capita$37,628
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty0.7%
County GDP$1,837M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain33.7 in/yr
Elevation1,346 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.9%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute21 min
Broadband96.1%
Libraries4

Is Halbur a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Halbur receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Halbur stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Halbur is $83,333, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Halbur is $148,400, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Halbur experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Halbur has a population of 307 with a density of 1,462 people per square mile. The median age is 31.2 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%).

Population

307
Total Population
1,462
People / sq mi
31.2yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Halbur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Halbur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Halbur is $83,333, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Halbur vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,333
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,628
Avg Weekly Wage$974
IRS Avg AGI$85,620

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
95% below US avg
Establishments (County)968
County GDP$1,837M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare103
Retail127
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,363
25% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone90.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Halbur is $148,400, 47% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,400
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,363
25% above US avg
Effective Rate2.94%
In Halbur, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death6,828/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities103

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Halbur has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.7 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,346 ft (410 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,462/sq mi
Coordinates42.0053°N, 94.9719°W
County FIPS19027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.9-point margin. 96.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.3%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 41.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.9%
23% below US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score5.73
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,462/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.1%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities103
Restaurants60
Retail Stores127

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone90.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

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