Maysville, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Maysville is a small town in Iowa with a population of 202. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
202 Population 721/sq mi density
$72,500 Median Income $32,284 per capita
$226,600 Home Value
$544 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$72,500 median income, 11.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$226,600 home value, $544/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $226,600
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $544
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.0%
206% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.5%
106% higher than US avg

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

People

Population202
Median Age30.3 yrs
Density721/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

C
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$32,284
Unemployment11.0%
Poverty25.5%
County GDP$13,291M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$226,600
Rent$544
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Elevation738 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+98.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute23 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries11

Is Maysville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maysville receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Maysville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maysville is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maysville is $226,600, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $544 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Maysville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Maysville has a population of 202 with a density of 721 people per square mile. The median age is 30.3 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.2%).

Population

202
Total Population
721
People / sq mi
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 33.7%
Female 66.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Maysville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Maysville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maysville is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Maysville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,500
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,284
Avg Weekly Wage$1,176
IRS Avg AGI$86,464

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.0%
206% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.5%
106% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,239
County GDP$13,291M

Business (County)

Restaurants496
Healthcare523
Retail618
Manufacturing172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,638
90% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Maysville is $226,600, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $544 (53% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$226,600
20% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$544
53% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,638
90% above US avg
Effective Rate2.93%
In Maysville, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.9%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death7,236/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access90.5%
Healthcare Facilities523

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Maysville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.2 inches
5% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation738 ft (225 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density721/sq mi
Coordinates41.6495°N, 90.7185°W
County FIPS19163
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.9-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.2%
D 47.3%

Winner: Republican by 3.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+98.3%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density721/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities523
Restaurants496
Retail Stores618

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

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