Linn Grove, IA

Iowa

Linn Grove is a small town in Iowa with a population of 165. Residents earn $67,500 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
165 Population 295/sq mi density
$67,500 Median Income $27,849 per capita
$57,500 Home Value $188,157 Zillow
$695 Median Rent 19.2% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$67,500 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,500 home value, $695/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,500
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,500
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.0%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $695
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population165
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density295/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans16.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,500
Per Capita$27,849
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty11.6%
County GDP$1,938M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,500
Rent$695
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$188,157
Rent Burden19.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain32.0 in/yr
Elevation1,241 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.0%
High School+82.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute22 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries8

Is Linn Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Linn Grove receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Linn Grove stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Linn Grove is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Linn Grove is $57,500, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $695 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Linn Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches, including 35.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Linn Grove has a population of 165 with a density of 295 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.8%), with 6.7% Hispanic.

Population

165
Total Population
295
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Linn Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.1%
13% below US avg
Spanish31.9%
138% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Linn Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Linn Grove is $67,500, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Linn Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,500
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,849
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$67,827

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)610
County GDP$1,938M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare48
Retail82
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,292
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone67.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Linn Grove is $57,500, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $695 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,157.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,500
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$188,157

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$695
40% below US avg
Rent Burden19.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,292
51% above US avg
Effective Rate9.20%
In Linn Grove, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Linn Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death6,218/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access79.6%
Healthcare Facilities48

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Linn Grove has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.0 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall35.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,241 ft (378 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density295/sq mi
Coordinates42.8939°N, 95.2436°W
County FIPS19021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.3-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.0%
26% below US avg
High School+82.0%
School Test Score5.73
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density295/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants38
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone67.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

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