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New Virginia, IA

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New Virginia is a small town in Iowa with a population of 513. Residents earn $75,875 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
513 Population 1,140/sq mi density
$75,875 Median Income $31,734 per capita
$168,100 Home Value $342,379 Zillow
$1,054 Median Rent 25.1% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$168,100 home value, $1,054/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,875
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $168,100
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.5%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,054
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population513
Median Age31.7 yrs
Density1,140/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans11.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,875
Per Capita$31,734
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$639M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$168,100
Rent$1,054
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$342,379
Housing Units191
Rent Burden25.1%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking13.6%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,078 ft (329 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.5%
High School+98.6%
Graduate+7.6%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute29 min
Broadband88.7%
Libraries2

Is New Virginia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Virginia receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. New Virginia 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 Virginia is $75,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Virginia is $168,100, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,054 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

New Virginia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 28.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

New Virginia has a population of 513 with a density of 1,140 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 (98.1%).

Population

513
Total Population
1,140
People / sq mi
31.7yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

New Virginia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

New Virginia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Virginia is $75,875, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: New Virginia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,875
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,734
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$60,534

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)248
County GDP$639M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare29
Retail25
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,650
33% above US avg
Cost of Living87.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Drive Alone73.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.6%

Walkability

The median home value in New Virginia is $168,100, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,054 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $342,379.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,100
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$342,379

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$209
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.8%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,054
9% below US avg
Rent Burden25.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.9%
Housing Units191
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,650
33% above US avg
Effective Rate2.77%
In New Virginia, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep33.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,957
Dentists1:3,231
Mental Health1:4,794
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits67.4%
Premature Death8,721/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access62.3%
Healthcare Facilities29
New Virginia 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 38.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall28.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,078 ft (329 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,140/sq mi
Coordinates41.1818°N, 93.7311°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 88.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.4%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.5%
21% below US avg
High School+98.6%
Graduate Degree+7.6%
School Test Score5.73
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,140/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.7%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants18
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Drive Alone73.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.6%

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