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McIntire, IA

Iowa

McIntire is a small town in Iowa with a population of 95. Residents earn $36,250 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
95 Population 94/sq mi density
$36,250 Median Income $21,754 per capita
$63,200 Home Value $184,003 Zillow
$669 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$36,250 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$63,200 home value, $669/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,250
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $63,200
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $669
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population95
Median Age55.1 yrs
Density94/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans81.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$36,250
Per Capita$21,754
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$995M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$63,200
Rent$669
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$184,003
Housing Units61
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity41.6%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking18.5%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,273 ft (388 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+95.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute21 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries4

Is McIntire a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McIntire receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. McIntire offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McIntire is $36,250, 52% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.2% 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 McIntire is $63,200, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $669 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

McIntire has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 39.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

McIntire has a population of 95 with a density of 94 people per square mile. The median age is 55.1 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

95
Total Population
94
People / sq mi
55.1yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.1%
Female 37.9%

Race & Ethnicity

McIntire vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McIntire vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McIntire is $36,250, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: McIntire vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,250
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,754
Avg Weekly Wage$1,037
IRS Avg AGI$80,504

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)372
County GDP$995M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare24
Retail48
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,595
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in McIntire is $63,200, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $669 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,003.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$63,200
78% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$184,003

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$669
42% 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-Occupied87.0%
Housing Units61
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,595
3% above US avg
Effective Rate5.69%
In McIntire, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.5% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.5%
32% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits60.7%
Premature Death5,183/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access72.9%
Healthcare Facilities24
McIntire has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall39.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,273 ft (388 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates43.4359°N, 92.5936°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.1-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.8%

Winner: Republican by 31.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+95.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density94/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants19
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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