Mooar, IA

Iowa

Mooar is a small town in Iowa with a population of 260. Residents earn $79,861 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
260 Population 98/sq mi density
$79,861 Median Income $33,537 per capita
$77,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$79,861 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,700 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,861
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $77,700
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population260
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density98/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans2.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,861
Per Capita$33,537
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$824M
Commute9 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Elevation662 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute9 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries8

Is Mooar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mooar receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Mooar stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mooar is $79,861, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mooar is $77,700, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mooar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mooar has a population of 260 with a density of 98 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

260
Total Population
98
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Mooar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mooar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mooar is $79,861, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes.

Income: Mooar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,861
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,537
Avg Weekly Wage$881
IRS Avg AGI$72,288

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)412
County GDP$824M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare25
Retail63
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,612
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.0 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Mooar is $77,700, 72% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,700
72% below US avg

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)$3,612
3% above US avg
Effective Rate4.65%
In Mooar, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death7,758/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access55.6%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Mooar has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation662 ft (202 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density98/sq mi
Coordinates40.4319°N, 91.4446°W
County FIPS17067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 50 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.9%
29% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density98/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants37
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.0 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

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