Hanlontown, IA

Iowa

Hanlontown is a small town in Iowa with a population of 243. Residents earn $70,729 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
243 Population 251/sq mi density
$70,729 Median Income $31,842 per capita
$107,100 Home Value $179,681 Zillow
$781 Median Rent 26.3% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$70,729 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,100 home value, $781/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,729
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,100
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $781
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population243
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density251/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans10.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,729
Per Capita$31,842
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$485M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,100
Rent$781
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$179,681
Rent Burden26.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Elevation1,206 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute21 min
Broadband97.3%
Libraries7

Is Hanlontown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hanlontown receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Hanlontown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hanlontown is $70,729, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.5% 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 Hanlontown is $107,100, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $781 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hanlontown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches, including 44.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hanlontown has a population of 243 with a density of 251 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

243
Total Population
251
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hanlontown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hanlontown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hanlontown is $70,729, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Hanlontown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,729
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,842
Avg Weekly Wage$893
IRS Avg AGI$71,143

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)233
County GDP$485M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare11
Retail19
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,689
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hanlontown is $107,100, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $781 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,681.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,100
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$179,681

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$100
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio106.8%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$781
33% below US avg
Rent Burden26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,689
23% below US avg
Effective Rate2.51%
In Hanlontown, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death6,737/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access58.7%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Hanlontown has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall44.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,206 ft (368 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density251/sq mi
Coordinates43.2809°N, 93.3789°W
County FIPS19195
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.2-point margin. 97.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.5%
D 35.3%

Winner: Republican by 28.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.0%
53% below US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density251/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.3%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants10
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.7%

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