Median Income $61,250

18% lower than US avg

Home Value $81,900

71% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 9.7%

71% lower than US avg

Median Rent $492

58% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 45.1%

40% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.0%

17% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 11.6%

6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population270

Median Age35.5 yrs

Density900/mi²

Male / Female59% / 42%

Largest GroupWhite 92%

Veterans5.4%

Economy

B+

Median Income$61,250

Per Capita$26,795

Unemployment3.0%

Poverty11.6%

County GDP$1,274M

Commute31 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$81,900

Rent$492

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$163,074

Housing Units112

Rent Burden18.8%

Health

Obesity45.1%

Uninsured8.3%

Smoking17.7%

Depression22.4%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain36.0 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation793 ft (242 m)

Education

Bachelor's+9.7%

High School+94.9%

Graduate+2.4%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%

Commute31 min

Broadband99.0%

Libraries5

Is Ladora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ladora receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Ladora offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ladora is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ladora is $81,900, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $492 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ladora experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches, including 27.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ladora has a population of 270 with a density of 900 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

270

Total Population

900

People / sq mi

35.5yrs

Median Age

9% below US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.5%

Female 41.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ladora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	94.8%
	21% above US avg
Spanish	5.2%
	61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ladora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ladora is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Ladora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$61,250
	18% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$26,795
Avg Weekly Wage	$969
IRS Avg AGI	$77,587

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.0%
	17% below US avg
Poverty Rate	11.6%
	6% below US avg
Establishments (County)	708
County GDP	$1,274M

Business (County)

Restaurants	40
Healthcare	40
Retail	100
Manufacturing	21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,550
	30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	5.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	31.4 min
Drive Alone	81.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Ladora is $81,900, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $492 (58% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $163,074.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$81,900
	71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$163,074

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$492
	58% below US avg
Rent Burden	18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	85.9%
Housing Units	112
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,550
	30% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.56%

In Ladora, 45.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	45.1%
	40% above US avg
Diabetes	9.9%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	32.0%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	6.9%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.7%
	26% above US avg
Binge Drinking	22.6%
Physical Inactivity	25.9%
Depression	22.4%
Mental Distress	19.1%
Physical Distress	13.2%
Short Sleep	31.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.3%
Uninsured	8.3%
	3% below US avg
Checkup Rate	75.1%
Dental Visits	66.8%
Premature Death	6,417/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.2/10
Exercise Access	67.4%
Healthcare Facilities	40

Ladora has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	48.2°F
	11% below US avg
January Average	19°F (-7°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	36.0 inches
	5% below US avg
Snowfall	27.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	793 ft (242 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density	900/sq mi
Coordinates	41.7557°N, 92.1859°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19095

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.8-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.1%

D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 27.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	9.7%
	71% below US avg
High School+	94.9%
Graduate Degree+	2.4%
School Test Score	5.73

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	900/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	99.0%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	40
Restaurants	40
Retail Stores	100

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	31.4 min
Drive Alone	81.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.6%

Ladora, IA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Ladora a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Ladora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Ladora vs U.S. Average

Income: Ladora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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