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Lanesboro, IA

Iowa

Lanesboro is a small town in Iowa with a population of 69. Residents earn $36,667 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
69 Population 93/sq mi density
$36,667 Median Income $33,419 per capita
$91,700 Home Value
$338 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$36,667 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,700 home value, $338/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,667
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,700
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $338
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population69
Median Age60.1 yrs
Density93/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans64.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$36,667
Per Capita$33,419
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$1,837M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,700
Rent$338
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units93
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking15.3%
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain33.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,138 ft (347 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+95.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute25 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries4

Is Lanesboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lanesboro receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lanesboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lanesboro is $36,667, 51% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lanesboro is $91,700, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $338 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lanesboro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lanesboro has a population of 69 with a density of 93 people per square mile. The median age is 60.1 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%).

Population

69
Total Population
93
People / sq mi
60.1yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.3%
Female 37.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lanesboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lanesboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lanesboro is $36,667, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Lanesboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,667
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,419
Avg Weekly Wage$974
IRS Avg AGI$85,620

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)968
County GDP$1,837M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare103
Retail127
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,363
25% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Lanesboro is $91,700, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $338 (71% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,700
67% below US avg
Median List Price$80,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$80,000
$/Sq Ft$43
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio91.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$338
71% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.0%
Housing Units93
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,363
25% above US avg
Effective Rate4.76%
In Lanesboro, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 20.8% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep33.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits66.8%
Premature Death6,828/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities103
Lanesboro has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.7 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.7 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,138 ft (347 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density93/sq mi
Coordinates42.1825°N, 94.6898°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.9-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.3%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 41.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+95.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density93/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities103
Restaurants60
Retail Stores127

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

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