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McClelland, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

McClelland is a small town in Iowa with a population of 145. Residents earn $107,917 per year, which is 44% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
145 Population 537/sq mi density
$107,917 Median Income $48,534 per capita
$180,700 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$107,917 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,700 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $107,917
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $180,700
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.7%
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population145
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density537/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans95.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$107,917
Per Capita$48,534
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,263M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units49
Rent Burden29.2%

Health

Obesity34.9%
Uninsured5.3%
Smoking13.4%
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,248 ft (380 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.7%
High School+95.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute21 min
Broadband57.0%
Libraries5

Is McClelland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McClelland receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. McClelland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McClelland is $107,917, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places McClelland among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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 McClelland is $180,700, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

McClelland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches, including 27.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

McClelland has a population of 145 with a density of 537 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

145
Total Population
537
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.4%
Female 56.6%

Race & Ethnicity

McClelland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

McClelland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McClelland is $107,917, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: McClelland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$107,917
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,534
Avg Weekly Wage$1,085
IRS Avg AGI$73,871

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,746
County GDP$6,263M

Business (County)

Restaurants209
Healthcare220
Retail252
Manufacturing62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,355
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in McClelland is $180,700, 36% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,700
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.0%
Housing Units49
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,355
53% above US avg
Effective Rate2.96%
In McClelland, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 21.1% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma9.4%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking26.0%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress10.0%
Short Sleep32.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Uninsured5.3%
38% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits72.8%
Premature Death9,293/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access82.9%
Healthcare Facilities220
McClelland has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.9 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall27.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,248 ft (380 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density537/sq mi
Coordinates41.3316°N, 95.6814°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19155
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 27.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 20 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.7%
18% below US avg
High School+95.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density537/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities220
Restaurants209
Retail Stores252

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

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