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Little Cedar, IA

Iowa

Little Cedar is a small town in Iowa with a population of 35.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
35 Population 66/sq mi density
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population35
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density66/mi²
Male / Female14% / 86%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans35.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$50,082
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$995M
Commute67 min

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,194 ft (364 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute67 min
Broadband35.0%
Libraries4

Is Little Cedar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Little Cedar receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Little Cedar stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 67 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Little Cedar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 39.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Little Cedar has a population of 35 with a density of 66 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

35
Total Population
66
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 14.3%
Female 85.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Little Cedar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Little Cedar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Little Cedar is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 67 minutes.

Income: Little Cedar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$50,082
Avg Weekly Wage$1,037
IRS Avg AGI$80,504

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)372
County GDP$995M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare24
Retail48
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,595
3% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time67.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Little Cedar has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall39.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,194 ft (364 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density66/sq mi
Coordinates43.3800°N, 92.7257°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.1-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.8%

Winner: Republican by 31.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density66/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants19
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute67.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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