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Maurice, IA

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Maurice is a small town in Iowa with a population of 222. Residents earn $72,083 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
222 Population 370/sq mi density
$72,083 Median Income $44,360 per capita
$160,800 Home Value $328,792 Zillow
$1,042 Median Rent 20.8% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 291 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$72,083 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,800 home value, $1,042/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,083
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,800
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,042
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population222
Median Age55.7 yrs
Density370/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans7.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,083
Per Capita$44,360
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$1,997M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,800
Rent$1,042
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$328,792
Housing Units105
Rent Burden20.8%

Health

Obesity33.6%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking12.5%
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain30.0 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,315 ft (401 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+96.5%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute17 min
Broadband82.2%
Libraries5

Is Maurice a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maurice is $72,083, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maurice is $160,800, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,042 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Maurice experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.0 inches, including 30.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Maurice has a population of 222 with a density of 370 people per square mile. The median age is 55.7 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.5%).

Population

222
Total Population
370
People / sq mi
55.7yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Maurice vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Maurice vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maurice is $72,083, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Maurice vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,083
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,360
Avg Weekly Wage$1,145
IRS Avg AGI$88,592

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)878
County GDP$1,997M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare52
Retail88
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,722
35% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.5 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Maurice is $160,800, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,042 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $328,792.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,800
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$328,792

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,042
10% below US avg
Rent Burden20.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.4%
Housing Units105
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,722
35% above US avg
Effective Rate2.94%
In Maurice, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 12.5% are current smokers. 20.7% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.5%
11% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.7%
Short Sleep27.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits69.1%
Premature Death6,447/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access75.9%
Healthcare Facilities52
Maurice has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.0 inches. The area enjoys 291 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.0 inches
21% below US avg
Snowfall30.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,315 ft (401 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density370/sq mi
Coordinates42.9661°N, 96.1820°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19149
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.3-point margin. 82.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.5%
D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+96.5%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density370/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.2%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants50
Retail Stores88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.5 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

Nearby Cities

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