Mondamin, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Mondamin is a small town in Iowa with a population of 378. Residents earn $71,750 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
378 Population 840/sq mi density
$71,750 Median Income $32,246 per capita
$90,000 Home Value $201,302 Zillow
$919 Median Rent 27.1% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$71,750 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $919/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,750
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $919
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population378
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density840/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans12.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,750
Per Capita$32,246
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$1,898M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$919
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$201,302
Rent Burden27.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Elevation1,023 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+92.8%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute30 min
Broadband82.8%
Libraries2

Is Mondamin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mondamin receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Mondamin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mondamin is $71,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 7.0% 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 Mondamin is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $919 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mondamin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches, including 45.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mondamin has a population of 378 with a density of 840 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

378
Total Population
840
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Mondamin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mondamin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mondamin is $71,750, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Mondamin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,750
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,246
Avg Weekly Wage$1,187
IRS Avg AGI$103,197

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% 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 Rate7.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Drive Alone73.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Mondamin is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $919 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $201,302.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$201,302
Median List Price$55,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$55,000
$/Sq Ft$11
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$919
21% below US avg
Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,947
98% above US avg
Effective Rate7.72%
In Mondamin, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death4,802/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Mondamin has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall45.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,023 ft (312 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density840/sq mi
Coordinates41.7100°N, 96.0215°W
County FIPS31177
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 82.8% 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+16.0%
53% below US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density840/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.8%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants48
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Drive Alone73.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%

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