Maynard, IA

Iowa

Maynard is a small town in Iowa with a population of 448. Residents earn $49,375 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
448 Population 462/sq mi density
$49,375 Median Income $36,074 per capita
$129,500 Home Value $168,290 Zillow
$620 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$49,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$129,500 home value, $620/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,375
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $129,500
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $620
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population448
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density462/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$49,375
Per Capita$36,074
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$1,075M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$129,500
Rent$620
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,290
Rent Burden24.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Elevation1,094 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+92.6%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute23 min
Libraries11

Is Maynard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maynard receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Maynard offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maynard is $49,375, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maynard is $129,500, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Maynard experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches, including 39.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Maynard has a population of 448 with a density of 462 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

448
Total Population
462
People / sq mi
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Maynard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Maynard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maynard is $49,375, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Maynard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,375
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,074
Avg Weekly Wage$939
IRS Avg AGI$65,872

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)680
County GDP$1,075M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare50
Retail94
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,224
8% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Work from Home0.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Maynard is $129,500, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $620 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,290.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,500
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,290

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$620
47% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,224
8% below US avg
Effective Rate2.49%
In Maynard, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.7%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death8,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access62.2%
Healthcare Facilities50

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Maynard has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.4 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall39.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,094 ft (333 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density462/sq mi
Coordinates42.7733°N, 91.8780°W
County FIPS19065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.4%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 30.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.2%
37% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density462/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants41
Retail Stores94

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Work from Home0.4%

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