McCallsburg, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

McCallsburg is a small town in Iowa with a population of 435. Residents earn $72,898 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
435 Population 946/sq mi density
$72,898 Median Income $37,368 per capita
$169,000 Home Value $239,047 Zillow
$629 Median Rent 30.8% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$72,898 median income, 6.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $629/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,898
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $169,000
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $629
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population435
Median Age29.9 yrs
Density946/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,898
Per Capita$37,368
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$7,790M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,000
Rent$629
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$239,047
Rent Burden30.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Elevation1,087 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute24 min
Broadband75.7%
Libraries13

Is McCallsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McCallsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. McCallsburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McCallsburg is $72,898, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McCallsburg is $169,000, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $629 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

McCallsburg 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 36.5 inches, including 30.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

McCallsburg has a population of 435 with a density of 946 people per square mile. The median age is 29.9 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

435
Total Population
946
People / sq mi
29.9yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

McCallsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

McCallsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McCallsburg is $72,898, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: McCallsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,898
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,368
Avg Weekly Wage$1,204
IRS Avg AGI$86,259

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,066
County GDP$7,790M

Business (County)

Restaurants268
Healthcare229
Retail275
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,724
64% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone74.0%
Public Transit2.8%
Work from Home11.6%

Walkability

The median home value in McCallsburg is $169,000, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $629 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $239,047.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,000
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$239,047

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$629
46% below US avg
Rent Burden30.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,724
64% above US avg
Effective Rate3.39%
In McCallsburg, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.0%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death4,947/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access92.9%
Healthcare Facilities229

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

McCallsburg 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 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.5 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall30.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,087 ft (331 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density946/sq mi
Coordinates42.1649°N, 93.3908°W
County FIPS19169
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.4-point margin. 75.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44%
D 54.4%

Winner: Democrat by 10.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density946/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.7%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities229
Restaurants268
Retail Stores275

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone74.0%
Public Transit2.8%
Work from Home11.6%

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