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Kingston, IA

Iowa

Kingston is a small town in Iowa with a population of 70. Residents earn $71,563 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
70 Population 40/sq mi density
$71,563 Median Income $31,020 per capita
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,563 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,563
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population70
Median Age60.5 yrs
Density40/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans62.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,563
Per Capita$31,020
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,924M
Commute18 min

Health

Obesity32.8%
Uninsured6.2%
Smoking15.2%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation653 ft (199 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute18 min
Broadband30.0%
Libraries2

Is Kingston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kingston receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Kingston stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kingston is $71,563, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Kingston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kingston has a population of 70 with a density of 40 people per square mile. The median age is 60.5 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

70
Total Population
40
People / sq mi
60.5yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Kingston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kingston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kingston is $71,563, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Kingston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,563
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,020
Avg Weekly Wage$1,014
IRS Avg AGI$78,958

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,405
County GDP$2,924M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare142
Retail168
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,670
33% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Kingston, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking24.2%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep29.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.2%
28% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits70.3%
Premature Death9,424/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access82.3%
Healthcare Facilities142
Kingston has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall16.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation653 ft (199 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density40/sq mi
Coordinates40.9792°N, 91.0458°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.1-point margin. 30.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%
D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 15.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density40/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities142
Restaurants101
Retail Stores168

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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