Larrabee, IA

Iowa

Larrabee is a small town in Iowa with a population of 116. Residents earn $47,143 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
116 Population 892/sq mi density
$47,143 Median Income $35,121 per capita
$53,100 Home Value $112,420 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$47,143 median income, 6.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$53,100 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,143
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $53,100
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population116
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density892/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans10.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,143
Per Capita$35,121
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$1,087M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$53,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$112,420

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain31.2 in/yr
Elevation1,370 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+95.8%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute22 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries6

Is Larrabee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Larrabee receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Larrabee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Larrabee is $47,143, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Larrabee is $53,100, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Larrabee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.2 inches, including 37.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Larrabee has a population of 116 with a density of 892 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.1%).

Population

116
Total Population
892
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Larrabee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.2%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.8%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Larrabee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Larrabee is $47,143, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Larrabee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,143
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,121
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$74,807

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)452
County GDP$1,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare33
Retail45
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,325
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Larrabee is $53,100, 81% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $112,420.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$53,100
81% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$112,420

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-Occupied94.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,325
5% below US avg
Effective Rate6.26%
In Larrabee, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death7,020/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Larrabee has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.2 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall37.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,370 ft (418 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density892/sq mi
Coordinates42.8615°N, 95.5447°W
County FIPS19035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.8-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%
D 26.5%

Winner: Republican by 45.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+95.8%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density892/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants30
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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