Mount Auburn, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Mount Auburn is a small town in Iowa with a population of 183. Residents earn $76,250 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
183 Population 732/sq mi density
$76,250 Median Income $27,913 per capita
$109,400 Home Value $221,868 Zillow
$1,021 Median Rent 22.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$76,250 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,400 home value, $1,021/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $109,400
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.5%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,021
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population183
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density732/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans11.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$27,913
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$1,137M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,400
Rent$1,021
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$221,868
Rent Burden22.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation886 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.5%
High School+91.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute29 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries10

Is Mount Auburn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Auburn receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Mount Auburn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mount Auburn is $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Auburn is $109,400, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,021 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Auburn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mount Auburn has a population of 183 with a density of 732 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%).

Population

183
Total Population
732
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Auburn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mount Auburn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Auburn is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Mount Auburn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,250
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$27,913
Avg Weekly Wage$1,043
IRS Avg AGI$78,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)720
County GDP$1,137M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare53
Retail85
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,120
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Auburn is $109,400, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,021 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $221,868.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,400
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$221,868

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,021
12% below US avg
Rent Burden22.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,120
18% above US avg
Effective Rate3.77%
In Mount Auburn, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mount Auburn vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death6,615/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access44.3%
Healthcare Facilities53

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Mount Auburn has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall33.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation886 ft (270 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density732/sq mi
Coordinates42.2573°N, 92.0939°W
County FIPS19011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.2-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.5%
90% below US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density732/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants35
Retail Stores85

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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