Luxemburg, IA

Iowa

Luxemburg is a small town in Iowa with a population of 230. Residents earn $77,292 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
230 Population 489/sq mi density
$77,292 Median Income $33,704 per capita
$168,300 Home Value $220,286 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$77,292 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$168,300 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,292
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $168,300
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.7%
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population230
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density489/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,292
Per Capita$33,704
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$1,257M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$168,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$220,286

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Elevation1,151 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.7%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute20 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries5

Is Luxemburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Luxemburg receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Luxemburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Luxemburg is $77,292, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Luxemburg is $168,300, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Luxemburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Luxemburg has a population of 230 with a density of 489 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.6%).

Population

230
Total Population
489
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Luxemburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Luxemburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Luxemburg is $77,292, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Luxemburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,292
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,704
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$71,955

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)606
County GDP$1,257M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare37
Retail67
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,125
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Luxemburg is $168,300, 40% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $220,286.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,300
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$220,286

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,125
18% above US avg
Effective Rate2.45%
In Luxemburg, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.1%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.9%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death6,094/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access64.0%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Luxemburg has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall34.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,151 ft (351 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density489/sq mi
Coordinates42.6040°N, 91.0726°W
County FIPS19055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.6-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.1%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.7%
42% below US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density489/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants36
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

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