Kirkville, IA

Iowa

Kirkville is a small town in Iowa with a population of 254.

1.0 /5.0
F Poor
254 Population 454/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $28,281 per capita
$77,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.0 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.0 / 5.0
0.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $77,500
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.6%
98% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population254
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density454/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans8.9%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$28,281
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$2,160M
Commute34 min

Housing

Home Value$77,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Elevation813 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+0.6%
High School+86.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute34 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries5

Is Kirkville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kirkville receives an overall livability score of 1.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Kirkville faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kirkville is $77,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Kirkville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kirkville has a population of 254 with a density of 454 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.6%).

Population

254
Total Population
454
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.8%
Female 40.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kirkville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kirkville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kirkville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Kirkville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$28,281
Avg Weekly Wage$1,021
IRS Avg AGI$61,051

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)887
County GDP$2,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare87
Retail116
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,777
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.6 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kirkville is $77,500, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,500
73% 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-Occupied90.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,777
8% above US avg
Effective Rate4.87%
In Kirkville, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death9,638/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access75.1%
Healthcare Facilities87

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Kirkville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation813 ft (248 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density454/sq mi
Coordinates41.1423°N, 92.5036°W
County FIPS19179
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 0.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (98% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.5-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.6%
98% below US avg
High School+86.3%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density454/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities87
Restaurants77
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.6 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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