North Washington, IA

Iowa

North Washington is a small town in Iowa with a population of 133. Residents earn $82,500 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
133 Population 665/sq mi density
$82,500 Median Income $44,295 per capita
$133,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$82,500 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,300 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,500
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $133,300
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population133
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density665/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans100.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,500
Per Capita$44,295
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$1,087M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Elevation1,147 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute16 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries6

Is North Washington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Washington receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. North Washington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Washington is $82,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Washington is $133,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

North Washington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches, including 38.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

North Washington has a population of 133 with a density of 665 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%).

Population

133
Total Population
665
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.4%
Female 37.6%

Race & Ethnicity

North Washington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.7%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Washington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Washington is $82,500, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: North Washington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,500
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,295
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$81,462

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)430
County GDP$1,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare34
Retail46
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,062
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.1 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in North Washington is $133,300, 53% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,300
53% below US avg

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-Occupied95.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,062
13% below US avg
Effective Rate2.30%
In North Washington, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.2%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.7%
Checkup Rate73.3%
Premature Death6,659/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access60.7%
Healthcare Facilities34

Crime Rates: North Washington vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

North Washington has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall38.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,147 ft (350 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density665/sq mi
Coordinates43.1171°N, 92.4151°W
County FIPS19037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.2-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68%
D 30.8%

Winner: Republican by 37.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density665/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants20
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.1 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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