Lockridge, IA

Iowa

Lockridge is a small town in Iowa with a population of 383. Residents earn $93,929 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
383 Population 618/sq mi density
$93,929 Median Income $41,142 per capita
$79,700 Home Value $187,171 Zillow
$1,102 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$93,929 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,700 home value, $1,102/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,929
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $79,700
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,102
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.8%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population383
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density618/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,929
Per Capita$41,142
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,154M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,700
Rent$1,102
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$187,171

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Elevation724 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+74.6%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute35 min
Libraries5

Is Lockridge a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lockridge is $93,929, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lockridge is $79,700, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,102 per month. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lockridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 24.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lockridge has a population of 383 with a density of 618 people per square mile. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77%).

Population

383
Total Population
618
People / sq mi
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.3%
Female 40.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lockridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.6%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.4%
7% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lockridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lockridge is $93,929, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Lockridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,929
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,142
Avg Weekly Wage$1,008
IRS Avg AGI$63,859

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)638
County GDP$1,154M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare59
Retail57
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,335
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.8 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lockridge is $79,700, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,102 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,171.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,700
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$187,171

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,102
5% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,335
24% above US avg
Effective Rate5.44%
In Lockridge, 44.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.8%
40% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.4%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.6%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death6,888/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access78.9%
Healthcare Facilities59

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Lockridge has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall24.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation724 ft (221 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density618/sq mi
Coordinates40.9936°N, 91.7507°W
County FIPS19087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.3%
D 31.3%

Winner: Republican by 36 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+74.6%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density618/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants36
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.8 min
Work from Home4.3%

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