Holland, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Holland is a small town in Iowa with a population of 343. Residents earn $71,979 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
343 Population 1,372/sq mi density
$71,979 Median Income $33,349 per capita
$111,700 Home Value $197,142 Zillow
$1,094 Median Rent 17.3% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$71,979 median income, 10.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,700 home value, $1,094/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,979
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,700
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,094
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
192% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

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

People

Population343
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density1,372/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans20.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$71,979
Per Capita$33,349
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$732M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,700
Rent$1,094
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$197,142
Rent Burden17.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Elevation1,004 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+96.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute23 min
Broadband90.2%
Libraries6

Is Holland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holland receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Holland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holland is $71,979, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Holland is $111,700, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,094 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Holland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches, including 32.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Holland has a population of 343 with a density of 1,372 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%).

Population

343
Total Population
1,372
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Holland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Holland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holland is $71,979, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Holland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,979
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,349
Avg Weekly Wage$1,118
IRS Avg AGI$89,602

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
192% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above US avg
Establishments (County)389
County GDP$732M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare24
Retail39
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,000
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Drive Alone92.1%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home1.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Holland is $111,700, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,094 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $197,142.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,700
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$197,142

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,094
6% below US avg
Rent Burden17.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,000
14% above US avg
Effective Rate3.58%
In Holland, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death5,156/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access83.5%
Healthcare Facilities24

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Holland has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.8 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall32.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,372/sq mi
Coordinates42.4001°N, 92.7988°W
County FIPS19075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.8-point margin. 90.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.1%
D 28.3%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.6%
36% below US avg
High School+96.3%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,372/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants19
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Drive Alone92.1%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home1.2%

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