Olin, IA

Iowa

Olin is a small town in Iowa with a population of 849. Residents earn $67,120 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
849 Population 832/sq mi density
$67,120 Median Income $24,802 per capita
$98,500 Home Value $174,621 Zillow
$775 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$67,120 median income, 10.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,500 home value, $775/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,120
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,500
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.1%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.2%
183% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population849
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density832/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B
Median Income$67,120
Per Capita$24,802
Unemployment10.2%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$811M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,500
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$174,621

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Elevation758 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.1%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute35 min
Libraries8

Is Olin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Olin receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Olin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Olin is $67,120, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Olin is $98,500, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Olin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Olin has a population of 849 with a density of 832 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86%).

Population

849
Total Population
832
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Olin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Olin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Olin is $67,120, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Olin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,120
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,802
Avg Weekly Wage$947
IRS Avg AGI$75,774

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.2%
183% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)588
County GDP$811M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare41
Retail50
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,113
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.6 min
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Olin is $98,500, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $174,621.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,500
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$174,621
Median List Price$79,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$79,500
$/Sq Ft$28
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio90.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,113
18% above US avg
Effective Rate4.18%
In Olin, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death6,019/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access65.0%
Healthcare Facilities41

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Olin has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.5 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density832/sq mi
Coordinates41.9975°N, 91.1412°W
County FIPS19031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%
D 38.4%

Winner: Republican by 21.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.1%
85% below US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density832/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants27
Retail Stores50

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.6 min
Work from Home6.3%

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