Keystone, IA

Iowa

Keystone is a small town in Iowa with a population of 825. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
825 Population 1,833/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $32,970 per capita
$141,100 Home Value $284,708 Zillow
$992 Median Rent 29.8% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$141,100 home value, $992/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $141,100
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $992
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population825
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density1,833/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$32,970
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$1,274M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$141,100
Rent$992
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$284,708
Rent Burden29.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.0 in/yr
Elevation893 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+90.9%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute33 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries5

Is Keystone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Keystone receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Keystone offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Keystone is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Keystone is $141,100, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $992 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Keystone experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches, including 27.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Keystone has a population of 825 with a density of 1,833 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

825
Total Population
1,833
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Keystone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Keystone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Keystone is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Keystone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,970
Avg Weekly Wage$969
IRS Avg AGI$77,587

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)708
County GDP$1,274M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare40
Retail100
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,550
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.1 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Keystone is $141,100, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $992 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $284,708.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$141,100
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$284,708
Median List Price$247,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$247,900
$/Sq Ft$66
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio92.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$992
15% below US avg
Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,550
30% above US avg
Effective Rate3.22%
In Keystone, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death6,417/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access67.4%
Healthcare Facilities40

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Keystone has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.0 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall27.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation893 ft (272 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,833/sq mi
Coordinates41.9995°N, 92.1982°W
County FIPS19095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.8-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.1%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 27.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+90.9%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,833/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants40
Retail Stores100

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.1 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

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