Middle Amana, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Middle Amana is a small town in Iowa with a population of 739. Residents earn $96,211 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
739 Population 762/sq mi density
$96,211 Median Income $42,464 per capita
$251,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$96,211 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$251,500 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,211
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $251,500
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.6%
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population739
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density762/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,211
Per Capita$42,464
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$12,640M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$251,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Elevation756 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.6%
High School+97.5%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 68%
Commute19 min
Libraries8

Is Middle Amana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Middle Amana receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Middle Amana stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Middle Amana is $96,211, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. 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 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Middle Amana is $251,500, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Middle Amana experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 28.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Middle Amana has a population of 739 with a density of 762 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

739
Total Population
762
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Middle Amana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Middle Amana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Middle Amana is $96,211, which is 28% 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 19 minutes.

Income: Middle Amana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,211
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,464
Avg Weekly Wage$1,238
IRS Avg AGI$93,456

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,140
County GDP$12,640M

Business (County)

Restaurants448
Healthcare493
Retail492
Manufacturing80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,982
99% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.8 min
Work from Home13.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Middle Amana is $251,500, 11% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$251,500
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,982
99% above US avg
Effective Rate2.78%
In Middle Amana, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Middle Amana vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.7%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death4,821/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access89.7%
Healthcare Facilities493

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Middle Amana has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall28.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation756 ft (230 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density762/sq mi
Coordinates41.7948°N, 91.9015°W
County FIPS19103
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 36.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 38.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.3%
D 68.4%

Winner: Democrat by 38.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.6%
9% above US avg
High School+97.5%
School Test Score5.73
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density762/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities493
Restaurants448
Retail Stores492

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.8 min
Work from Home13.2%

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