Malvern, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Malvern is a small town in Iowa with a population of 1,415. Residents earn $82,027 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,415 Population 890/sq mi density
$82,027 Median Income $49,193 per capita
$173,900 Home Value $238,640 Zillow
$843 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$82,027 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$173,900 home value, $843/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,027
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $173,900
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.8%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $843
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,415
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density890/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$82,027
Per Capita$49,193
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$645M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$173,900
Rent$843
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$238,640

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Elevation1,035 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.8%
High School+92.7%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute30 min
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Malvern a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Malvern receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Malvern stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Malvern is $82,027, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Malvern is $173,900, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $843 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

28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Malvern experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches, including 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Malvern has a population of 1,415 with a density of 890 people per square mile. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

1,415
Total Population
890
People / sq mi
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Malvern vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Malvern vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Malvern is $82,027, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Malvern vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,027
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,193
Avg Weekly Wage$1,059
IRS Avg AGI$91,250

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)458
County GDP$645M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare27
Retail40
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,433
55% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Malvern is $173,900, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $843 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $238,640.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$173,900
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$238,640

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$843
28% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,433
55% above US avg
Effective Rate3.12%
In Malvern, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death9,695/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access63.0%
Healthcare Facilities27

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Malvern has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.8 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall23.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,035 ft (315 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density890/sq mi
Coordinates41.0037°N, 95.5841°W
County FIPS19129
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 39.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.8%
15% below US avg
High School+92.7%
School Test Score5.73
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density890/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants21
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Work from Home2.0%

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