Kansas
Iola is a small city in Kansas with a population of 5,368. Residents earn $50,417 per year, which is 33% below the national average.
Based on current data, Iola receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Iola offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Iola is $50,417, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Iola is $78,100, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $689 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.
Violent crime in Iola is below the national average at 233 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,381 per 100,000, 73% above the national average.
22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Iola enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 7.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 96.2% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.8% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $50,417 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,689 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $882 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,616 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.5% |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 400 |
| County GDP | $703M |
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Healthcare | 44 |
| Retail | 56 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,117 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.99% |
| Commute Time | 19.6 min |
| Work from Home | 2.1% |
| Census Median | $78,100 |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $85,816 |
| Census Median Rent | $689 |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 26.2% |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,117 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.99% |
| Obesity | 38.1% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.5% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.2% |
| Depression | 23.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.8% |
| Premature Death | 10,475/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 44 |
| Total Violent | 232.6/100K |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 53.7/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 178.9/100K |
| Total Property | 3,381.0/100K |
| 73% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 518.8/100K |
| Theft | 2,772.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 89.5/100K |
| Arson | 53.7/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 42.0 inches |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 7.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 968 ft (295 m) |
| Area | 4.5 sq mi (11.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,201/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9274°N, 95.4007°W |
| County FIPS | 20001 |
Winner: Republican by 46.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.9% |
| 32% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 1,201/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 44 |
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Retail Stores | 56 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 19.6 min |
| Work from Home | 2.1% |