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New Vienna, IA

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New Vienna is a small town in Iowa with a population of 377. Residents earn $90,938 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
377 Population 802/sq mi density
$90,938 Median Income $45,011 per capita
$176,800 Home Value $206,715 Zillow
$763 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$90,938 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,800 home value, $763/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,938
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $176,800
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $763
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population377
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density802/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,938
Per Capita$45,011
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$1,257M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,800
Rent$763
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$206,715
Housing Units176
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity34.4%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking14.8%
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,002 ft (305 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+94.0%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute30 min
Broadband83.2%
Libraries5

Is New Vienna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Vienna receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. New Vienna stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Vienna is $90,938, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 3.7% 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 New Vienna is $176,800, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $763 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

New Vienna experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

New Vienna has a population of 377 with a density of 802 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%).

Population

377
Total Population
802
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

New Vienna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Vienna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Vienna is $90,938, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: New Vienna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,938
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,011
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$71,955

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)606
County GDP$1,257M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare37
Retail67
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,125
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in New Vienna is $176,800, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $763 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $206,715.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,800
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$206,715

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$763
34% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.2%
Housing Units176
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,125
18% above US avg
Effective Rate2.33%
In New Vienna, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 20.5% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: New Vienna vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking24.4%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits66.2%
Premature Death6,094/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access64.0%
Healthcare Facilities37
New Vienna has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 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) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall34.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,002 ft (305 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density802/sq mi
Coordinates42.5477°N, 91.1139°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.6-point margin. 83.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.1%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.5%
48% below US avg
High School+94.0%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density802/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.2%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants36
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

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