Oakville, IA

Iowa

Oakville is a small town in Iowa with a population of 168. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
168 Population 400/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $25,897 per capita
$76,700 Home Value $169,943 Zillow
$900 Median Rent 18.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,700 home value, $900/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $76,700
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.4%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.1%
119% higher than US avg

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

People

Population168
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density400/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans14.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$25,897
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty27.1%
County GDP$930M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,700
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$169,943
Rent Burden18.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Elevation542 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.4%
High School+81.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute28 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries4

Is Oakville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oakville receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Oakville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oakville is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 27.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oakville is $76,700, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Oakville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Oakville has a population of 168 with a density of 400 people per square mile. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.3%), with 6% Hispanic.

Population

168
Total Population
400
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Oakville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oakville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oakville is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Oakville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,897
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$67,697

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.1%
119% above US avg
Establishments (County)281
County GDP$930M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare22
Retail24
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone64.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Oakville is $76,700, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,943.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,700
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$169,943

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden18.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Rate3.59%
In Oakville, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death6,584/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access59.0%
Healthcare Facilities22

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Oakville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation542 ft (165 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density400/sq mi
Coordinates41.0980°N, 91.0438°W
County FIPS19115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 28.8%

Winner: Republican by 41 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.4%
93% below US avg
High School+81.3%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density400/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants12
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone64.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

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