Median Income $96,250

28% higher than US avg

Home Value $137,500

51% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 18.6%

45% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.2%

22% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.3%

64% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population89

Median Age52.9 yrs

Density809/mi²

Male / Female54% / 46%

Largest GroupWhite 94%

Veterans74.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$96,250

Per Capita$43,569

Unemployment1.3%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$1,997M

Commute17 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$137,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units43

Health

Obesity39.2%

Uninsured7.0%

Smoking16.5%

Depression21.2%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain30.0 in/yr

Sunny Days291/yr

Elevation1,281 ft (390 m)

Education

Bachelor's+18.6%

High School+98.6%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute17 min

Broadband32.0%

Libraries5

Is Oyens a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oyens receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Oyens stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oyens is $96,250, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oyens is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Oyens experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.0 inches, including 30.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Oyens has a population of 89 with a density of 809 people per square mile. The median age is 52.9 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

Total Population

809

People / sq mi

52.9yrs

Median Age

36% above US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%

Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Oyens vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	94.9%
	21% above US avg
Spanish	5.1%
	62% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oyens vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oyens is $96,250, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Oyens vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$96,250
	28% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$43,569
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,145
IRS Avg AGI	$88,592

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.3%
	64% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	878
County GDP	$1,997M

Business (County)

Restaurants	50
Healthcare	52
Retail	88
Manufacturing	36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,722
	35% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	3.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	16.9 min
Drive Alone	93.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Oyens is $137,500, 51% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$137,500
	51% below US avg

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-Occupied	90.6%
Housing Units	43
Median Year Built	1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,722
	35% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.43%

In Oyens, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 21.2% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.2%
	22% above US avg
Diabetes	9.0%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	30.0%
Asthma	10.1%
COPD	6.1%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.5%
	18% above US avg
Binge Drinking	23.9%
Physical Inactivity	23.6%
Depression	21.2%
Mental Distress	18.0%
Physical Distress	11.9%
Short Sleep	33.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	7.0%
	19% below US avg
Checkup Rate	74.3%
Dental Visits	64.8%
Premature Death	6,447/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.3/10
Exercise Access	75.9%
Healthcare Facilities	52

Oyens has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.0 inches. The area enjoys 291 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	46.9°F
	13% below US avg
January Average	17°F (-8°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	30.0 inches
	21% below US avg
Snowfall	30.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,281 ft (390 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density	809/sq mi
Coordinates	42.8198°N, 96.0580°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19149

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.3-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.5%

D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	18.6%
	45% below US avg
High School+	98.6%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.73

C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	809/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	32.0%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	52
Restaurants	50
Retail Stores	88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	16.9 min
Drive Alone	93.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Oyens, IA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Oyens a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Oyens vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Oyens vs U.S. Average

Income: Oyens 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: Oyens 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

Nearby Cities