Home Value $50,600

82% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 25.0%

26% lower than US avg

Median Rent $542

53% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.8%

1% lower than US avg

Unemployment 15.0%

317% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 14.3%

15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population66

Median Age46.5 yrs

Density244/mi²

Male / Female49% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 99%

Veterans55.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$92,233

Unemployment15.0%

Poverty14.3%

County GDP$462M

Commute27 min

Housing

Home Value$50,600

Rent$542

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units70

Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity31.8%

Uninsured5.3%

Smoking12.7%

Depression21.1%

Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain32.2 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation1,148 ft (350 m)

Education

Bachelor's+25.0%

High School+90.0%

Graduate+8.2%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%

Commute27 min

Broadband33.0%

Libraries5

Is Oto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oto receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Oto offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.0%, unemployment is notably high. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oto is $50,600, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $542 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Oto experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches, including 31.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Oto has a population of 66 with a density of 244 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.5%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

Total Population

244

People / sq mi

46.5yrs

Median Age

20% above US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%

Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Oto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	95.0%
	21% above US avg
Spanish	5.0%
	63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oto is N/A. The unemployment rate is 15.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Oto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$92,233
Avg Weekly Wage	$879
IRS Avg AGI	$70,442

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	15.0%
	317% above US avg
Poverty Rate	14.3%
	15% above US avg
Establishments (County)	299
County GDP	$462M

Business (County)

Restaurants	25
Healthcare	22
Retail	38
Manufacturing	6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,800
	9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	7.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.9 min
Drive Alone	87.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Oto is $50,600, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $542 (53% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$50,600
	82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$542
	53% below US avg
Rent Burden	37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	87.9%
Housing Units	70
Median Year Built	1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,800
	9% above US avg
Effective Rate	7.51%

In Oto, 31.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.3% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 21.1% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.8%
	1% below US avg
Diabetes	6.8%
Heart Disease	4.0%
High Blood Pressure	23.8%
Asthma	9.2%
COPD	4.7%
Cancer	5.8%
Stroke	2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.7%
	9% below US avg
Binge Drinking	20.0%
Physical Inactivity	19.6%
Depression	21.1%
Mental Distress	17.1%
Physical Distress	10.2%
Short Sleep	27.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	5.3%
	38% below US avg
Checkup Rate	66.5%
Dental Visits	58.2%
Premature Death	8,367/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	57.7%
Healthcare Facilities	22

Oto has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.2 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	47.2°F
	13% below US avg
January Average	18°F (-8°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	32.2 inches
	15% below US avg
Snowfall	31.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,148 ft (350 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density	244/sq mi
Coordinates	42.2822°N, 95.8946°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19133

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.4-point margin. 33.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%

D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 45.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	25.0%
	26% below US avg
High School+	90.0%
Graduate Degree+	8.2%
School Test Score	5.73

B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	244/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	33.0%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	22
Restaurants	25
Retail Stores	38

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.9 min
Drive Alone	87.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.7%

Oto, IA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Oto a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Oto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Oto vs U.S. Average

Income: Oto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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