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Linden, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Linden is a small town in Iowa with a population of 163.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
163 Population 209/sq mi density
$106,300 Home Value $250,632 Zillow
$1,250 Median Rent 14.2% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $106,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.6%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,250
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
36% lower than US avg

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

People

Population163
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density209/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans97.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,204
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$11,107M
Commute33 min

Housing

Home Value$106,300
Rent$1,250
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$250,632
Housing Units87
Rent Burden14.2%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking15.0%
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,128 ft (344 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.6%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute33 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries12

Is Linden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Linden receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Linden has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Linden is $106,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month.

Education

12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Linden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Linden has a population of 163 with a density of 209 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

163
Total Population
209
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Linden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Linden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Linden is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Linden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$29,204
Avg Weekly Wage$1,468
IRS Avg AGI$126,108

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
36% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,600
County GDP$11,107M

Business (County)

Restaurants211
Healthcare263
Retail299
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,070
102% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Linden is $106,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,250 (7% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $250,632.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,300
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$250,632

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,250
7% above US avg
Rent Burden14.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.0%
Housing Units87
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,070
102% above US avg
Effective Rate6.65%
In Linden, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 21.4% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep29.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits67.4%
Premature Death4,244/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access68.5%
Healthcare Facilities263
Linden has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,128 ft (344 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density209/sq mi
Coordinates41.6427°N, 94.2700°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19049
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.8-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.7%
D 46.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.6%
63% below US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density209/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities263
Restaurants211
Retail Stores299

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.2%

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