Kinross, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Kinross is a small town in Iowa with a population of 140. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
140 Population 737/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $19,944 per capita
$55,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 8.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,500 home value
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,500
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.2%
96% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
136% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population140
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density737/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans94.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$19,944
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$1,863M
Commute44 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation794 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.2%
High School+95.2%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute44 min
Broadband40.0%
Libraries3

Is Kinross a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kinross receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. Kinross offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kinross is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kinross is $55,500, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Kinross 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 37.9 inches, including 25.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kinross has a population of 140 with a density of 737 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

140
Total Population
737
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Kinross vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kinross vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kinross is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Kinross vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,944
Avg Weekly Wage$933
IRS Avg AGI$77,685

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)858
County GDP$1,863M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare61
Retail89
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,261
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.2 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Kinross is $55,500, 80% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,500
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,261
22% above US avg
Effective Rate7.68%
In Kinross, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death6,076/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access74.2%
Healthcare Facilities61

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Kinross has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall25.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation794 ft (242 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density737/sq mi
Coordinates41.4591°N, 91.9873°W
County FIPS19183
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 1.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.4-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 37.2%

Winner: Republican by 24.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.2%
96% below US avg
High School+95.2%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density737/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities61
Restaurants43
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.2 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

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