Ollie, IA

Iowa

Ollie is a small town in Iowa with a population of 224. Residents earn $56,875 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
224 Population 226/sq mi density
$56,875 Median Income $23,788 per capita
$88,600 Home Value $132,517 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$56,875 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,600 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,875
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,600
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.1%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population224
Median Age30.5 yrs
Density226/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,875
Per Capita$23,788
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$443M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$132,517

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Elevation780 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.1%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute35 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries6

Is Ollie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ollie receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ollie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ollie is $56,875, 24% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.3% 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 Ollie is $88,600, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ollie experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ollie has a population of 224 with a density of 226 people per square mile. The median age is 30.5 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.6%).

Population

224
Total Population
226
People / sq mi
30.5yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ollie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ollie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ollie is $56,875, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Ollie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,875
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,788
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$63,794

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% below US avg
Establishments (County)316
County GDP$443M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare16
Retail29
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,438
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.7 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Ollie is $88,600, 69% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $132,517.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,600
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$132,517

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-Occupied97.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,438
30% below US avg
Effective Rate2.75%
In Ollie, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death8,349/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access36.3%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Ollie has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation780 ft (238 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density226/sq mi
Coordinates41.1992°N, 92.0923°W
County FIPS19107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.5-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.2%
D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.1%
88% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density226/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants15
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.7 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

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