Lorimor, IA

Iowa

Lorimor is a small town in Iowa with a population of 375. Residents earn $43,281 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
375 Population 872/sq mi density
$43,281 Median Income $23,582 per capita
$67,900 Home Value $229,304 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 28.4% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$43,281 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,900 home value, $850/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,281
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,900
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.5%
57% higher than US avg

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

People

Population375
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density872/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,281
Per Capita$23,582
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty19.5%
County GDP$965M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,900
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$229,304
Housing Units214
Rent Burden28.4%

Health

Obesity36.9%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking16.9%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,234 ft (376 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+86.6%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute38 min
Broadband74.5%
Libraries1

Is Lorimor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lorimor receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Lorimor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lorimor is $43,281, 42% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lorimor is $67,900, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lorimor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches, including 30.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lorimor has a population of 375 with a density of 872 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%).

Population

375
Total Population
872
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lorimor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lorimor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lorimor is $43,281, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Lorimor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,281
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,582
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$60,108

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.5%
57% above US avg
Establishments (County)459
County GDP$965M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare34
Retail46
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,256
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.9 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Lorimor is $67,900, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $229,304.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,900
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$229,304

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden28.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.1%
Housing Units214
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,256
22% above US avg
Effective Rate6.27%
In Lorimor, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 21.8% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep31.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits65.2%
Premature Death8,896/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access83.0%
Healthcare Facilities34
Lorimor has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.8 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall30.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,234 ft (376 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density872/sq mi
Coordinates41.1267°N, 94.0569°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19175
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.2-point margin. 74.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.4%
D 31.3%

Winner: Republican by 36.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+86.6%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density872/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.5%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants27
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.9 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

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