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Kirkman, IA

Iowa

Kirkman is a small town in Iowa with a population of 44. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
44 Population 169/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $32,145 per capita
$108,300 Home Value
$1,125 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 10.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,300 home value, $1,125/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.8%
200% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population44
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density169/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans37.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$32,145
Unemployment10.8%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$1,051M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,300
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units32
Rent Burden20.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,265 ft (386 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+79.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute21 min
Broadband20.0%
Libraries3

Is Kirkman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kirkman receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Kirkman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kirkman is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.8%, unemployment is notably high. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kirkman is $108,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Kirkman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches, including 30.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kirkman has a population of 44 with a density of 169 people per square mile. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 4.5% Hispanic.

Population

44
Total Population
169
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.9%
Female 34.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kirkman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kirkman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kirkman is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Kirkman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,145
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$77,398

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.8%
200% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)444
County GDP$1,051M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare42
Retail44
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,339
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kirkman is $108,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,300
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%
Housing Units32
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,339
24% above US avg
Effective Rate4.01%
Kirkman has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall30.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,265 ft (386 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density169/sq mi
Coordinates41.7286°N, 95.2671°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.9%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+79.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density169/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants26
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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