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Knierim, IA

Iowa

Knierim is a small town in Iowa with a population of 83. Residents earn $85,313 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
83 Population 83/sq mi density
$85,313 Median Income $38,454 per capita
$71,300 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$85,313 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$71,300 home value
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
49.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,313
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $71,300
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.1%
46% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population83
Median Age49.5 yrs
Density83/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans60.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$85,313
Per Capita$38,454
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$560M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$71,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units43
Rent Burden22.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,175 ft (358 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.1%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+25.5%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute23 min
Broadband31.0%
Libraries7

Is Knierim a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Knierim receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Knierim stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Knierim is $85,313, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Knierim is $71,300, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Knierim experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches, including 31.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Knierim has a population of 83 with a density of 83 people per square mile. The median age is 49.5 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).

Population

83
Total Population
83
People / sq mi
49.5yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Knierim vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Knierim vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Knierim is $85,313, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Knierim vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,313
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,454
Avg Weekly Wage$925
IRS Avg AGI$75,557

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)325
County GDP$560M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare31
Retail49
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,718
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Knierim is $71,300, 75% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$71,300
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden22.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.9%
Housing Units43
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,718
6% above US avg
Effective Rate5.21%
Knierim has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.3 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall31.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,175 ft (358 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density83/sq mi
Coordinates42.4563°N, 94.4559°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 49.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.7-point margin. 31.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.8%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 46.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.1%
46% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+25.5%
School Test Score5.73
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density83/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access31.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants15
Retail Stores49

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

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