Median Income
$62,917
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$134,500
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,100
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.9%
12% lower than US avg
How Ireton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population613
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density601/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.8%
Economy
A
Median Income$62,917
Per Capita$33,975
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$1,997M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$134,500
Rent$1,100
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$258,383
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity34.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain30.0 in/yr
Elevation1,412 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+81.5%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute24 min
Broadband83.8%
Libraries5
Is Ireton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ireton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Ireton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ireton is $62,917, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ireton is $134,500, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Ireton 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 30.0 inches, including 30.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Ireton has a population of 613 with a density of 601 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%).
Population
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.1% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.9% |
| 63% below US avg |
The median household income in Ireton is $62,917, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,917 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,975 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,145 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $88,592 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.9% |
| 12% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 878 |
| County GDP | $1,997M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 50 |
| Healthcare | 52 |
| Retail | 88 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,722 |
| 35% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.51% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 11.7% |
The median home value in Ireton is $134,500, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $258,383.
Home Values
| Census Median | $134,500 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $258,383 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,100 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,722 |
| 35% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.51% |
In Ireton, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ireton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.6% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.8% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.6% |
| Depression | 21.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 6,447/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 52 |
Crime Rates: Ireton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Ireton 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 30.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 30.0 inches |
| 21% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 30.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,412 ft (430 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 601/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9749°N, 96.3216°W |
| County FIPS | 19149 |