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Moorland, IA

Iowa

Moorland is a small town in Iowa with a population of 171. Residents earn $81,250 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
171 Population 115/sq mi density
$81,250 Median Income $43,886 per capita
$103,400 Home Value $178,714 Zillow
$875 Median Rent 16.4% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$81,250 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,400 home value, $875/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,250
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $103,400
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.9%
28% lower than US avg

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

People

Population171
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density115/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,250
Per Capita$43,886
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty8.9%
County GDP$2,759M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,400
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$178,714
Housing Units102
Rent Burden16.4%

Health

Obesity40.7%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking16.0%
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,148 ft (350 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+83.0%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute22 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries9

Is Moorland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moorland receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Moorland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moorland is $81,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Moorland is $103,400, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 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

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Moorland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 18°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 35.3 inches, including 31.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Moorland has a population of 171 with a density of 115 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 (91.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

171
Total Population
115
People / sq mi
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.9%
Female 42.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Moorland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Moorland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moorland is $81,250, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Moorland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,250
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,886
Avg Weekly Wage$1,091
IRS Avg AGI$64,898

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.9%
28% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,198
County GDP$2,759M

Business (County)

Restaurants82
Healthcare126
Retail140
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,372
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone96.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Moorland is $103,400, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $178,714.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,400
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$178,714

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% below US avg
Rent Burden16.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.7%
Housing Units102
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,372
53% above US avg
Effective Rate5.20%
In Moorland, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 21.5% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking24.1%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.7%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits67.5%
Premature Death10,249/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access83.6%
Healthcare Facilities126
Moorland has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.3 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall31.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,148 ft (350 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density115/sq mi
Coordinates42.4415°N, 94.2954°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19187
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.2-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33.8%

Winner: Republican by 31.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+83.0%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density115/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants82
Retail Stores140

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone96.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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