Liscomb, IA

Iowa

Liscomb is a small town in Iowa with a population of 323. Residents earn $81,336 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
323 Population 320/sq mi density
$81,336 Median Income $29,820 per capita
$94,800 Home Value $151,190 Zillow
$1,025 Median Rent 20.8% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$81,336 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,800 home value, $1,025/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,336
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $94,800
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,025
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population323
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density320/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,336
Per Capita$29,820
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$1,142M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,800
Rent$1,025
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$151,190
Rent Burden20.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation1,006 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+89.7%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute25 min
Broadband83.5%
Libraries8

Is Liscomb a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Liscomb receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Liscomb stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Liscomb is $81,336, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Liscomb is $94,800, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,025 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Liscomb experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 33.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Liscomb has a population of 323 with a density of 320 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.1%).

Population

323
Total Population
320
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Liscomb vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Liscomb vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Liscomb is $81,336, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Liscomb vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,336
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,820
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$73,609

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)650
County GDP$1,142M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare53
Retail64
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,023
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone83.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Liscomb is $94,800, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,025 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,190.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,800
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$151,190

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,025
12% below US avg
Rent Burden20.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,023
15% above US avg
Effective Rate4.24%
In Liscomb, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.7%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death7,029/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access85.0%
Healthcare Facilities53

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Liscomb has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall33.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,006 ft (307 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density320/sq mi
Coordinates42.1913°N, 93.0063°W
County FIPS19083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.4-point margin. 83.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 30.3%

Winner: Republican by 38.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.1%
40% below US avg
High School+89.7%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density320/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.5%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants33
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone83.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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