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Little Sioux, IA

Iowa

Little Sioux is a small town in Iowa with a population of 122.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
122 Population 321/sq mi density
$37,100 Home Value $111,955 Zillow
$688 Median Rent 21.3% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $37,100
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $688
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population122
Median Age59.3 yrs
Density321/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans95.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,593
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$438M
Commute34 min

Housing

Home Value$37,100
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$111,955
Housing Units92
Rent Burden21.3%

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking15.9%
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,037 ft (316 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+86.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute34 min
Broadband64.0%
Libraries3

Is Little Sioux a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Little Sioux receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Little Sioux faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Little Sioux is $37,100, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Little Sioux experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°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 39.8 inches, including 45.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Little Sioux has a population of 122 with a density of 321 people per square mile. The median age is 59.3 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

122
Total Population
321
People / sq mi
59.3yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Little Sioux vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.4%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.6%
31% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Little Sioux vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Little Sioux is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Little Sioux vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$23,593
Avg Weekly Wage$851
IRS Avg AGI$70,788

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)243
County GDP$438M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare16
Retail24
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,800
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate10.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.9 min
Drive Alone69.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Little Sioux is $37,100, 87% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $111,955.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$37,100
87% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$111,955

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$688
41% below US avg
Rent Burden21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.1%
Housing Units92
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,800
9% above US avg
Effective Rate10.24%
In Little Sioux, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 21.4% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Little Sioux vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits64.6%
Premature Death12,044/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access55.6%
Healthcare Facilities16
Little Sioux has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall45.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,037 ft (316 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density321/sq mi
Coordinates41.8082°N, 96.0274°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.1-point margin. 64.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72%
D 26.9%

Winner: Republican by 45.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+86.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density321/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants11
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.9 min
Drive Alone69.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.5%

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