Mineola, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Mineola is a small town in Iowa with a population of 115. Residents earn $99,375 per year, which is 32% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
115 Population 295/sq mi density
$99,375 Median Income $18,923 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$99,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
49.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,375
32% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.0%
45% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population115
Median Age14.4 yrs
Density295/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans49.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$99,375
Per Capita$18,923
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$645M
Commute27 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Elevation1,051 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.0%
High School+85.7%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute27 min
Broadband29.0%
Libraries4

Is Mineola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mineola receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Mineola stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mineola is $99,375, which is significantly higher than the national average — 32% above $75,149. This places Mineola among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mineola experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches, including 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mineola has a population of 115 with a density of 295 people per square mile. The median age is 14.4 years, 63% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

115
Total Population
295
People / sq mi
14.4yrs
Median Age
63% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.7%
Female 58.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mineola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mineola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mineola is $99,375, which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Mineola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,375
32% above US avg
Per Capita Income$18,923
Avg Weekly Wage$1,059
IRS Avg AGI$91,250

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)458
County GDP$645M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare27
Retail40
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,433
55% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,433
55% above US avg
In Mineola, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% report depression. 17.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking25.1%
Physical Inactivity17.5%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress9.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death9,695/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access63.0%
Healthcare Facilities27

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Mineola has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.8 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall23.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,051 ft (320 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density295/sq mi
Coordinates41.1414°N, 95.6948°W
County FIPS19129
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 49.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.1-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 39.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.0%
45% above US avg
High School+85.7%
School Test Score5.73
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density295/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants21
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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