Latimer, IA

Iowa

Latimer is a small town in Iowa with a population of 763. Residents earn $71,250 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
763 Population 318/sq mi density
$71,250 Median Income $24,102 per capita
$101,500 Home Value $145,794 Zillow
$1,020 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$71,250 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,500 home value, $1,020/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,500
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.5%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,020
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.9%
93% higher than US avg

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

People

Population763
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density318/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 59%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$24,102
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty23.9%
County GDP$790M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,500
Rent$1,020
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$145,794

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Elevation1,238 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.5%
High School+77.5%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute21 min
Libraries4

Is Latimer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Latimer receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Latimer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Latimer is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 23.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Latimer is $101,500, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,020 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Latimer 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 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Latimer has a population of 763 with a density of 318 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58.8%), with 7.2% Black.

Population

763
Total Population
318
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Latimer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.2%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.8%
4% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Latimer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Latimer is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Latimer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,250
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,102
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$73,117

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.9%
93% above US avg
Establishments (County)364
County GDP$790M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare26
Retail36
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,431
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Latimer is $101,500, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,020 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $145,794.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,500
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$145,794

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,020
12% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,431
2% below US avg
Effective Rate3.38%
In Latimer, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.4%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death9,806/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access76.5%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Latimer 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 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,238 ft (377 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density318/sq mi
Coordinates42.7629°N, 93.3655°W
County FIPS19069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.2%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.5%
39% below US avg
High School+77.5%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density318/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants15
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Work from Home3.1%

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