Klemme, IA

Iowa

Klemme is a small town in Iowa with a population of 540. Residents earn $57,031 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
540 Population 1,080/sq mi density
$57,031 Median Income $27,279 per capita
$83,300 Home Value $109,791 Zillow
$629 Median Rent 22.4% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$57,031 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,300 home value, $629/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,031
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,300
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $629
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population540
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density1,080/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,031
Per Capita$27,279
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$1,204M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,300
Rent$629
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$109,791
Rent Burden22.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Elevation1,225 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+90.4%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute24 min
Libraries7

Is Klemme a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Klemme receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Klemme offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Klemme is $57,031, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Klemme is $83,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $629 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Klemme experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Klemme has a population of 540 with a density of 1,080 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

540
Total Population
1,080
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Klemme vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Klemme vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Klemme is $57,031, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Klemme vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,031
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,279
Avg Weekly Wage$1,152
IRS Avg AGI$77,191

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)379
County GDP$1,204M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare25
Retail36
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,211
8% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Klemme is $83,300, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $629 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $109,791.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,300
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$109,791

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$629
46% below US avg
Rent Burden22.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,211
8% below US avg
Effective Rate3.85%
In Klemme, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.7%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death6,876/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access70.9%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Klemme has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,225 ft (373 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,080/sq mi
Coordinates43.0096°N, 93.6013°W
County FIPS19081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 25.7%

Winner: Republican by 47.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+90.4%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,080/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants14
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Work from Home4.1%

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