Le Grand, IA

Iowa

Le Grand is a small town in Iowa with a population of 779. Residents earn $68,438 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
779 Population 749/sq mi density
$68,438 Median Income $34,870 per capita
$124,300 Home Value $170,048 Zillow
$739 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$68,438 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,300 home value, $739/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,438
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $124,300
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $739
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population779
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density749/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,438
Per Capita$34,870
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$2,317M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,300
Rent$739
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$170,048

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation931 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+98.2%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute29 min
Libraries7

Is Le Grand a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Le Grand receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Le Grand offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Le Grand is $68,438, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Le Grand is $124,300, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $739 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Le Grand experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 25.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Le Grand has a population of 779 with a density of 749 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.

Population

779
Total Population
749
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.1%
Female 57.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Le Grand vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Le Grand vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Le Grand is $68,438, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Le Grand vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,438
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,870
Avg Weekly Wage$1,070
IRS Avg AGI$66,742

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,026
County GDP$2,317M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare101
Retail116
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,348
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Le Grand is $124,300, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $739 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $170,048.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,300
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$170,048

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$739
36% 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-Occupied88.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,348
24% above US avg
Effective Rate3.50%
In Le Grand, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Le Grand vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.0%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death9,261/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access82.6%
Healthcare Facilities101

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Le Grand 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 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall25.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation931 ft (284 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density749/sq mi
Coordinates42.0072°N, 92.7751°W
County FIPS19127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57%
D 41.4%

Winner: Republican by 15.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+98.2%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density749/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants83
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Work from Home10.2%

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