Ledyard, IA

Iowa

Ledyard is a small town in Iowa with a population of 114. Residents earn $34,000 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
114 Population 219/sq mi density
$34,000 Median Income $32,871 per capita
$31,700 Home Value $138,157 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$34,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$31,700 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,000
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $31,700
89% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.7%
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population114
Median Age61.3 yrs
Density219/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans73.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$34,000
Per Capita$32,871
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$1,399M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$31,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$138,157

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Elevation1,155 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.7%
High School+85.7%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute19 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries11

Is Ledyard a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ledyard is $34,000, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ledyard is $31,700, 89% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ledyard has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches, including 39.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ledyard has a population of 114 with a density of 219 people per square mile. The median age is 61.3 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.2%).

Population

114
Total Population
219
People / sq mi
61.3yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ledyard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.0%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.0%
33% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ledyard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ledyard is $34,000, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Ledyard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,000
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,871
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015
IRS Avg AGI$79,103

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)644
County GDP$1,399M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare33
Retail71
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,442
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate14.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone54.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Ledyard is $31,700, 89% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,157.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$31,700
89% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$138,157

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-Occupied93.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,442
27% above US avg
Effective Rate14.01%
In Ledyard, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death7,364/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access61.4%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Ledyard has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.9 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall39.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,155 ft (352 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density219/sq mi
Coordinates43.4192°N, 94.1593°W
County FIPS19109
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.2-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.3%

Winner: Republican by 44.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.7%
21% below US avg
High School+85.7%
School Test Score5.73
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density219/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants33
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone54.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

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