Modale, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Modale is a small town in Iowa with a population of 207. Residents earn $50,833 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
207 Population 199/sq mi density
$50,833 Median Income $34,482 per capita
$79,200 Home Value $188,938 Zillow
$975 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$50,833 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,200 home value, $975/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,833
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,200
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $975
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population207
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density199/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans11.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,833
Per Capita$34,482
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$1,898M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,200
Rent$975
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$188,938
Rent Burden23.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation1,013 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+90.7%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute29 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries2

Is Modale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Modale receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Modale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Modale is $50,833, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Modale is $79,200, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $975 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Modale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Modale has a population of 207 with a density of 199 people per square mile. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

207
Total Population
199
People / sq mi
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.5%
Female 42.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Modale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Modale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Modale is $50,833, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Modale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,833
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,482
Avg Weekly Wage$1,187
IRS Avg AGI$103,197

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)685
County GDP$1,898M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare37
Retail65
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,947
98% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Modale is $79,200, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $975 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,938.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,200
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$188,938

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$975
16% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,947
98% above US avg
Effective Rate8.77%
In Modale, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death4,802/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access45.4%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Modale has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,013 ft (309 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density199/sq mi
Coordinates41.6182°N, 96.0121°W
County FIPS31177
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+90.7%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density199/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants48
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

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