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Lidderdale, IA

Iowa

Lidderdale is a small town in Iowa with a population of 191. Residents earn $60,000 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
191 Population 79/sq mi density
$60,000 Median Income $29,651 per capita
$119,700 Home Value $128,096 Zillow
$533 Median Rent 31.3% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$60,000 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,700 home value, $533/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,000
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $119,700
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $533
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population191
Median Age50.5 yrs
Density79/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,000
Per Capita$29,651
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$1,837M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,700
Rent$533
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$128,096
Housing Units81
Rent Burden31.3%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking15.4%
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain33.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,241 ft (378 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+92.9%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute15 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries4

Is Lidderdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lidderdale receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Lidderdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lidderdale is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lidderdale is $119,700, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $533 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lidderdale 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.

Lidderdale has a population of 191 with a density of 79 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.1%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 7.9% Black.

Population

191
Total Population
79
People / sq mi
50.5yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lidderdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lidderdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lidderdale is $60,000, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Lidderdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,000
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,651
Avg Weekly Wage$974
IRS Avg AGI$85,620

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% 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
Cost of Living87.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.1 min
Drive Alone62.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lidderdale is $119,700, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $533 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $128,096.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,700
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$128,096

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$533
54% below US avg
Rent Burden31.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.4%
Housing Units81
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,363
25% above US avg
Effective Rate3.64%
In Lidderdale, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 21.2% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.7%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep31.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,150
Dentists1:1,371
Mental Health1:641
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits66.3%
Premature Death6,828/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities103
Lidderdale 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

Elevation1,241 ft (378 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density79/sq mi
Coordinates42.1224°N, 94.7836°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.9-point margin. 82.0% 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+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+92.9%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density79/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities103
Restaurants60
Retail Stores127

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.1 min
Drive Alone62.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

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