Mingo, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Mingo is a small town in Iowa with a population of 373. Residents earn $61,806 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
373 Population 602/sq mi density
$61,806 Median Income $34,390 per capita
$120,300 Home Value $298,480 Zillow
$691 Median Rent 18.5% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$61,806 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,300 home value, $691/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,806
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,300
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.3%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $691
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population373
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density602/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,806
Per Capita$34,390
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$1,523M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,300
Rent$691
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$298,480
Housing Units154
Rent Burden18.5%

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking15.5%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation877 ft (267 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.3%
High School+98.4%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute30 min
Broadband93.5%
Libraries8

Is Mingo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mingo receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Mingo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mingo is $61,806, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mingo is $120,300, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $691 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mingo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches, including 28.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mingo has a population of 373 with a density of 602 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

373
Total Population
602
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%
Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Mingo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mingo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mingo is $61,806, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Mingo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,806
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,390
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$72,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)984
County GDP$1,523M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare66
Retail96
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,099
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mingo is $120,300, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $691 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $298,480.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,300
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$298,480
Median List Price$318,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$318,000
$/Sq Ft$113
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$691
41% below US avg
Rent Burden18.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.8%
Housing Units154
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,099
17% above US avg
Effective Rate3.41%
In Mingo, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 21.8% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep30.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.2%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits69.8%
Premature Death7,112/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access76.5%
Healthcare Facilities66
Mingo has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.1 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall28.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation877 ft (267 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density602/sq mi
Coordinates41.7662°N, 93.2825°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19099
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.6-point margin. 93.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 27.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.3%
61% below US avg
High School+98.4%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density602/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.5%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants63
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

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