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Monmouth, IA

Iowa

Monmouth is a small town in Iowa with a population of 112. Residents earn $46,389 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
112 Population 196/sq mi density
$46,389 Median Income $30,995 per capita
$53,100 Home Value $260,925 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$46,389 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$53,100 home value, $725/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,389
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $53,100
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.1%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.4%
73% higher than US avg

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

People

Population112
Median Age59.0 yrs
Density196/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans14.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,389
Per Capita$30,995
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty21.4%
County GDP$907M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$53,100
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$260,925
Housing Units52
Rent Burden28.3%

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking16.6%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation744 ft (227 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.1%
High School+81.6%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute24 min
Broadband52.0%
Libraries4

Is Monmouth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Monmouth receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Monmouth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Monmouth is $46,389, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 21.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Monmouth is $53,100, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Monmouth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches, including 30.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Monmouth has a population of 112 with a density of 196 people per square mile. The median age is 59.0 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%).

Population

112
Total Population
196
People / sq mi
59.0yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Monmouth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Monmouth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Monmouth is $46,389, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Monmouth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,389
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,995
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$67,979

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.4%
73% above US avg
Establishments (County)674
County GDP$907M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare42
Retail76
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,900
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone95.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Monmouth is $53,100, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $260,925.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$53,100
81% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$260,925

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.7%
Housing Units52
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,900
11% above US avg
Effective Rate7.34%
In Monmouth, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.8%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits68.6%
Premature Death6,844/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access61.9%
Healthcare Facilities42
Monmouth has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall30.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation744 ft (227 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density196/sq mi
Coordinates42.0751°N, 90.8822°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.5-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.6%
D 33.1%

Winner: Republican by 32.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.1%
85% below US avg
High School+81.6%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density196/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants38
Retail Stores76

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone95.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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