Low Moor, IA

Iowa

Low Moor is a small town in Iowa with a population of 269. Residents earn $49,821 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
269 Population 489/sq mi density
$49,821 Median Income $28,943 per capita
$120,300 Home Value $141,800 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 22.9% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$49,821 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,300 home value, $850/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,821
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,300
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population269
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density489/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans14.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,821
Per Capita$28,943
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$2,951M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,300
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$141,800
Rent Burden22.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Elevation641 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute21 min
Broadband91.1%
Libraries7

Is Low Moor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Low Moor receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Low Moor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Low Moor is $49,821, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Low Moor is $120,300, 57% 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 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Low Moor 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 36.5 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Low Moor has a population of 269 with a density of 489 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

269
Total Population
489
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Low Moor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Low Moor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Low Moor is $49,821, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Low Moor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,821
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,943
Avg Weekly Wage$1,014
IRS Avg AGI$65,940

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,498
County GDP$2,951M

Business (County)

Restaurants117
Healthcare128
Retail162
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,438
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Low Moor is $120,300, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,800.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,300
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$141,800

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden22.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,438
27% above US avg
Effective Rate3.69%
In Low Moor, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Low Moor vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.6%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death8,790/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access76.9%
Healthcare Facilities128

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Low Moor 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 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.5 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall31.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation641 ft (195 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density489/sq mi
Coordinates41.8029°N, 90.3550°W
County FIPS19045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.9-point margin. 91.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.6%
D 39.8%

Winner: Republican by 18.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+97.3%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density489/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.1%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities128
Restaurants117
Retail Stores162

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.0%

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