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Lohrville, IA

Iowa

Lohrville is a small town in Iowa with a population of 347. Residents earn $47,500 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
347 Population 154/sq mi density
$47,500 Median Income $29,329 per capita
$46,700 Home Value $77,166 Zillow
$731 Median Rent 18.9% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$47,500 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$46,700 home value, $731/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,500
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $46,700
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $731
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population347
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density154/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,500
Per Capita$29,329
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$560M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$46,700
Rent$731
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$77,166
Housing Units171
Rent Burden18.9%

Health

Obesity40.4%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking17.8%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,157 ft (353 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+94.5%
Graduate+0.4%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute21 min
Broadband79.9%
Libraries7

Is Lohrville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lohrville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lohrville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lohrville is $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lohrville is $46,700, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $731 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lohrville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches, including 32.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lohrville has a population of 347 with a density of 154 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

347
Total Population
154
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lohrville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lohrville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lohrville is $47,500, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Lohrville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,500
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,329
Avg Weekly Wage$925
IRS Avg AGI$75,557

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)325
County GDP$560M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare31
Retail49
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,718
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lohrville is $46,700, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $731 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $77,166.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$46,700
83% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$77,166

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$731
37% below US avg
Rent Burden18.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.7%
Housing Units171
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,718
6% above US avg
Effective Rate7.96%
In Lohrville, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 17.8% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.8%
27% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep33.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.7%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits64.8%
Premature Death7,619/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access43.4%
Healthcare Facilities31
Lohrville 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 33.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall32.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,157 ft (353 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density154/sq mi
Coordinates42.2669°N, 94.5515°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.7-point margin. 79.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.8%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 46.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+94.5%
Graduate Degree+0.4%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density154/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.9%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants15
Retail Stores49

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home1.1%

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