Median Income $47,500

37% lower than US avg

Home Value $46,300

84% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 27.5%

18% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.7%

24% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.9%

47% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 12.3%

1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population65

Median Age60.3 yrs

Density97/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans54.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$47,500

Per Capita$26,388

Unemployment1.9%

Poverty12.3%

County GDP$376M

Commute35 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$46,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$189,221

Housing Units36

Health

Obesity39.7%

Uninsured9.6%

Smoking16.8%

Depression20.2%

Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain35.3 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation1,072 ft (327 m)

Education

Bachelor's+27.5%

High School+86.3%

Graduate+6.1%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute35 min

Broadband28.0%

Libraries4

Is Nodaway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nodaway receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Nodaway offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nodaway is $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nodaway is $46,300, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Nodaway experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches, including 27.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Nodaway has a population of 65 with a density of 97 people per square mile. The median age is 60.3 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

60.3yrs

Median Age

55% above US avg

0.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%

Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Nodaway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nodaway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nodaway is $47,500, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Nodaway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$47,500
	37% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$26,388
Avg Weekly Wage	$992
IRS Avg AGI	$65,359

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.9%
	47% below US avg
Poverty Rate	12.3%
	1% below US avg
Establishments (County)	192
County GDP	$376M

Business (County)

Restaurants	8
Healthcare	8
Retail	20
Manufacturing	8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,560
	2% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	7.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	34.8 min
Drive Alone	73.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Nodaway is $46,300, 84% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $189,221.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$46,300
	84% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$189,221

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	89.3%
Housing Units	36
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,560
	2% above US avg
Effective Rate	7.69%

In Nodaway, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 20.2% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.7%
	24% above US avg
Diabetes	9.9%
Heart Disease	6.0%
High Blood Pressure	31.9%
Asthma	9.4%
COPD	6.5%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.8%
	20% above US avg
Binge Drinking	23.0%
Physical Inactivity	25.6%
Depression	20.2%
Mental Distress	16.8%
Physical Distress	12.6%
Short Sleep	34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	92.2%
Uninsured	9.6%
	12% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.2%
Dental Visits	61.3%
Premature Death	8,565/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.2/10
Exercise Access	60.2%
Healthcare Facilities	8

Nodaway has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.3 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) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	49.4°F
	9% below US avg
January Average	22°F (-6°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	35.3 inches
	7% below US avg
Snowfall	27.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,072 ft (327 m)
Area	0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density	97/sq mi
Coordinates	40.9361°N, 94.8974°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19173

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin. 28.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.4%

D 21.6%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	27.5%
	18% below US avg
High School+	86.3%
Graduate Degree+	6.1%
School Test Score	5.73

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	97/sq mi
Total Area	0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	28.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	8
Restaurants	8
Retail Stores	20

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	34.8 min
Drive Alone	73.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.7%

Nodaway, IA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Nodaway a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Nodaway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Nodaway vs U.S. Average

Income: Nodaway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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