Moulton, IA

Iowa

Moulton is a small town in Iowa with a population of 577. Residents earn $56,806 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
577 Population 577/sq mi density
$56,806 Median Income $20,897 per capita
$51,300 Home Value $120,539 Zillow
$654 Median Rent 27.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$56,806 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$51,300 home value, $654/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,806
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $51,300
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $654
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.6%
39% lower than US avg

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

People

Population577
Median Age31.7 yrs
Density577/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,806
Per Capita$20,897
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty7.6%
County GDP$518M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$51,300
Rent$654
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$120,539
Rent Burden27.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.0 in/yr
Elevation994 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute30 min
Broadband87.2%
Libraries3

Is Moulton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moulton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Moulton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moulton is $56,806, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 7.6% 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 Moulton is $51,300, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $654 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Moulton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches, including 21.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Moulton has a population of 577 with a density of 577 people per square mile. The median age is 31.7 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

577
Total Population
577
People / sq mi
31.7yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Moulton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Moulton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moulton is $56,806, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Moulton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,806
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,897
Avg Weekly Wage$887
IRS Avg AGI$56,195

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.6%
39% below US avg
Establishments (County)410
County GDP$518M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare30
Retail47
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,592
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Moulton is $51,300, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $654 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $120,539.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$51,300
82% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$120,539

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$654
44% below US avg
Rent Burden27.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,592
3% above US avg
Effective Rate7.00%
In Moulton, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death8,751/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access50.0%
Healthcare Facilities30

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Moulton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.0 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall21.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation994 ft (303 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density577/sq mi
Coordinates40.6855°N, 92.6763°W
County FIPS19007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.7-point margin. 87.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.8%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 46.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density577/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants26
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

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