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Masonville, IA

Iowa

Masonville is a small town in Iowa with a population of 72. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
72 Population 218/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $29,674 per capita
$63,800 Home Value $291,817 Zillow
$688 Median Rent 25.8% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$63,800 home value, $688/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $63,800
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.3%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $688
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population72
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density218/mi²
Male / Female63% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans66.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$29,674
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$1,257M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$63,800
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$291,817
Housing Units48
Rent Burden25.8%

Health

Obesity39.0%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking15.9%
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,018 ft (310 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.3%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute21 min
Broadband43.0%
Libraries5

Is Masonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Masonville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Masonville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Masonville is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Masonville is $63,800, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Masonville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°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.

Masonville has a population of 72 with a density of 218 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%).

Population

72
Total Population
218
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.5%
Female 37.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Masonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Masonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Masonville is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Masonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,674
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$71,955

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% 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 Rate6.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Masonville is $63,800, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $291,817.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$63,800
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$291,817

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$688
41% below US avg
Rent Burden25.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.7%
Housing Units48
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,125
18% above US avg
Effective Rate6.47%
In Masonville, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 21.3% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep31.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits66.9%
Premature Death6,094/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access64.0%
Healthcare Facilities37
Masonville has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°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

18°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°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

Elevation1,018 ft (310 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density218/sq mi
Coordinates42.4798°N, 91.5915°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.6-point margin. 43.0% 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+3.3%
90% below US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density218/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants36
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

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