Millerton, IA

Iowa

Millerton is a small town in Iowa with a population of 40. Residents earn $95,000 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
40 Population 138/sq mi density
$95,000 Median Income $41,643 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$95,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,000
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population40
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density138/mi²
Male / Female38% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans28.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,000
Per Capita$41,643
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$316M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units20

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,074 ft (327 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.4%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute15 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries4

Is Millerton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Millerton receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Millerton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Millerton is $95,000, 26% 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%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Millerton is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Millerton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Millerton has a population of 40 with a density of 138 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

40
Total Population
138
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.5%
Female 62.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Millerton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Millerton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Millerton is $95,000, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Millerton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,000
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,643
Avg Weekly Wage$968
IRS Avg AGI$57,510

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)185
County GDP$316M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare11
Retail22
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,250
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.6 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Millerton is $125,000, 56% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% 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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units20
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,250
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.60%
Millerton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,074 ft (327 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density138/sq mi
Coordinates40.8499°N, 93.3066°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19185
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.2-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.8%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 57.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.4%
36% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density138/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants8
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.6 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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