Onslow, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Onslow is a small town in Iowa with a population of 306. Residents earn $42,813 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
306 Population 1,611/sq mi density
$42,813 Median Income $20,722 per capita
$96,500 Home Value $198,042 Zillow
N/A Median Rent 27.1% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$42,813 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,500 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,813
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,500
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.7%
99% higher than US avg

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

People

Population306
Median Age28.0 yrs
Density1,611/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,813
Per Capita$20,722
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty24.7%
County GDP$858M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$198,042
Rent Burden27.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Elevation926 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+98.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute29 min
Broadband85.4%
Libraries7

Is Onslow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Onslow receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Onslow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Onslow is $42,813, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. The poverty rate of 24.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Onslow is $96,500, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Onslow experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches, including 31.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Onslow has a population of 306 with a density of 1,611 people per square mile. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 2.9% Black.

Population

306
Total Population
1,611
People / sq mi
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Onslow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Onslow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Onslow is $42,813, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Onslow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,813
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,722
Avg Weekly Wage$963
IRS Avg AGI$78,129

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.7%
99% above US avg
Establishments (County)667
County GDP$858M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare43
Retail68
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,197
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Onslow is $96,500, 66% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,042.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,500
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$198,042

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$79
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.6%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,197
20% above US avg
Effective Rate4.35%
In Onslow, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death5,993/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access71.9%
Healthcare Facilities43

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Onslow has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.3 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall31.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation926 ft (282 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,611/sq mi
Coordinates42.1069°N, 91.0151°W
County FIPS19105
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.3-point margin. 85.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.3%
D 36%

Winner: Republican by 26.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+98.1%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,611/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.4%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants39
Retail Stores68

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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