Kelley, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Kelley is a small town in Iowa with a population of 386. Residents earn $119,375 per year, which is 59% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
386 Population 522/sq mi density
$119,375 Median Income $46,619 per capita
$218,800 Home Value $331,064 Zillow
$971 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$119,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$218,800 home value, $971/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $119,375
59% higher than US avg
Home Value $218,800
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.3%
8% higher than US avg
Median Rent $971
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population386
Median Age32.7 yrs
Density522/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$119,375
Per Capita$46,619
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$63,823M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$218,800
Rent$971
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$331,064

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Elevation1,034 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.3%
High School+97.8%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 55%
Commute22 min
Libraries19

Is Kelley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kelley receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Kelley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kelley is $119,375, which is significantly higher than the national average — 59% above $75,149. This places Kelley among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kelley is $218,800, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $971 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Kelley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kelley has a population of 386 with a density of 522 people per square mile. The median age is 32.7 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%), with 4.9% Black.

Population

386
Total Population
522
People / sq mi
32.7yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Kelley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kelley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kelley is $119,375, which is 59% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Kelley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$119,375
59% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,619
Avg Weekly Wage$1,395
IRS Avg AGI$93,610

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)20,581
County GDP$63,823M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,227
Healthcare1,513
Retail1,606
Manufacturing341

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,943
98% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kelley is $218,800, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $971 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $331,064.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,800
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$331,064

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$971
17% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,943
98% above US avg
Effective Rate3.17%
In Kelley, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.6%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress10.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death7,653/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,513

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Kelley has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.9 inches
6% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,034 ft (315 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density522/sq mi
Coordinates41.9509°N, 93.6650°W
County FIPS19153
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 36.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.9%
D 54.8%

Winner: Democrat by 10.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.3%
8% above US avg
High School+97.8%
School Test Score5.73
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density522/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities1,513
Restaurants1,227
Retail Stores1,606

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Work from Home6.0%

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