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North Buena Vista, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

North Buena Vista is a small town in Iowa with a population of 110. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
110 Population 118/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $36,212 per capita
$88,300 Home Value
$769 Median Rent 25.6% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,300 home value, $769/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,300
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $769
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

How North Buena Vista Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population110
Median Age56.5 yrs
Density118/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans94.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$36,212
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$9,160M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,300
Rent$769
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units123
Rent Burden25.6%

Health

Obesity42.3%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking21.5%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation881 ft (269 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+90.4%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute33 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries8

Is North Buena Vista a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Buena Vista receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. North Buena Vista offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Buena Vista is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Buena Vista is $88,300, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $769 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

North Buena Vista experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 37.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

North Buena Vista has a population of 110 with a density of 118 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

110
Total Population
118
People / sq mi
56.5yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

North Buena Vista vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

North Buena Vista vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Buena Vista is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: North Buena Vista vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,212
Avg Weekly Wage$1,128
IRS Avg AGI$86,704

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,728
County GDP$9,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants242
Healthcare316
Retail397
Manufacturing149

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,807
66% above US avg
Cost of Living87.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.4 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in North Buena Vista is $88,300, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $769 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,300
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$769
34% below US avg
Rent Burden25.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%
Housing Units123
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,807
66% above US avg
Effective Rate6.58%
In North Buena Vista, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 21.5% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Buena Vista vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.5%
54% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep33.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,299
Dentists1:1,233
Mental Health1:497
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits60.8%
Premature Death6,844/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access82.6%
Healthcare Facilities316
North Buena Vista 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 38.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall37.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation881 ft (269 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density118/sq mi
Coordinates42.6727°N, 90.9613°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19061
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.6-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 45.1%

Winner: Republican by 8.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+90.4%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density118/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities316
Restaurants242
Retail Stores397

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.4 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%

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