Lineville, IA

Iowa

Lineville is a small town in Iowa with a population of 261. Residents earn $51,375 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
261 Population 290/sq mi density
$51,375 Median Income $27,544 per capita
$51,900 Home Value $117,744 Zillow
$463 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$51,375 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$51,900 home value, $463/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,375
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $51,900
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $463
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population261
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density290/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,375
Per Capita$27,544
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$137M
Commute50 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$51,900
Rent$463
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$117,744
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Elevation1,090 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+95.2%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute50 min
Broadband92.4%
Libraries1

Is Lineville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lineville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Lineville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lineville is $51,375, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lineville is $51,900, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $463 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lineville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches, including 28.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lineville has a population of 261 with a density of 290 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

261
Total Population
290
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lineville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lineville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lineville is $51,375, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes.

Income: Lineville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,375
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,544
Avg Weekly Wage$847
IRS Avg AGI$50,055

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)122
County GDP$137M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare6
Retail10
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time50.1 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Lineville is $51,900, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $463 (60% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $117,744.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$51,900
82% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$117,744

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$463
60% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.2%

Property Tax

In Lineville, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death8,538/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.1/10
Exercise Access6.3%
Healthcare Facilities6

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Lineville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.3 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall28.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,090 ft (332 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density290/sq mi
Coordinates40.5870°N, 93.5232°W
County FIPS29129
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.1-point margin. 92.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.2%
D 13.1%

Winner: Republican by 73.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+95.2%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density290/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.4%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants4
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute50.1 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

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