Keswick, IA

Iowa

Keswick is a small town in Iowa with a population of 262. Residents earn $58,571 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
262 Population 582/sq mi density
$58,571 Median Income $29,699 per capita
$79,600 Home Value $135,595 Zillow
$1,011 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$58,571 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,600 home value, $1,011/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,571
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,600
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,011
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population262
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density582/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans12.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,571
Per Capita$29,699
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$443M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,600
Rent$1,011
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$135,595
Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Elevation873 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+99.5%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute28 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries6

Is Keswick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Keswick receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Keswick offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Keswick is $58,571, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Keswick is $79,600, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,011 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Keswick experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Keswick has a population of 262 with a density of 582 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

262
Total Population
582
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Keswick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Keswick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Keswick is $58,571, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Keswick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,571
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,699
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$63,794

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)316
County GDP$443M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare16
Retail29
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,438
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Keswick is $79,600, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,011 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,595.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,600
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$135,595

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,011
13% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,438
30% below US avg
Effective Rate3.06%
In Keswick, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death8,349/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access36.3%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Keswick has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation873 ft (266 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density582/sq mi
Coordinates41.4546°N, 92.2383°W
County FIPS19107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.5-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.2%
D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.5%
42% below US avg
High School+99.5%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density582/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants15
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

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