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Luana, IA

Iowa

Luana is a small town in Iowa with a population of 291. Residents earn $73,438 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
291 Population 265/sq mi density
$73,438 Median Income $32,492 per capita
$157,100 Home Value $294,463 Zillow
$675 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,438 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,100 home value, $675/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,438
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $157,100
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.8%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population291
Median Age27.2 yrs
Density265/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,438
Per Capita$32,492
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$780M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,100
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$294,463
Housing Units126
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking17.2%
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,130 ft (344 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.8%
High School+88.6%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute26 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries6

Is Luana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Luana receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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 high obesity rates. Luana offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Luana is $73,438, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Luana is $157,100, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Luana experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Luana has a population of 291 with a density of 265 people per square mile. The median age is 27.2 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

291
Total Population
265
People / sq mi
27.2yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%
Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Luana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Luana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Luana is $73,438, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Luana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,438
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,492
Avg Weekly Wage$881
IRS Avg AGI$64,956

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)472
County GDP$780M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare30
Retail63
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,042
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Luana is $157,100, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $294,463.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,100
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$294,463

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.0%
Housing Units126
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,042
13% below US avg
Effective Rate1.94%
In Luana, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.2% are current smokers. 21.0% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.8%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep33.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits63.3%
Premature Death6,990/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access55.6%
Healthcare Facilities30
Luana has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.2 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.2 inches
3% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,130 ft (344 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density265/sq mi
Coordinates43.0594°N, 91.4557°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.3-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.5%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 34.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.8%
50% below US avg
High School+88.6%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density265/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants36
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%

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