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Pacific Junction, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Pacific Junction is a small town in Iowa with a population of 75. Residents earn $37,250 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
75 Population 99/sq mi density
$37,250 Median Income $22,579 per capita
$127,900 Home Value $234,520 Zillow
$1,097 Median Rent 27.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$37,250 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$127,900 home value, $1,097/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,250
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $127,900
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,097
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.0%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population75
Median Age59.7 yrs
Density99/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans75.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$37,250
Per Capita$22,579
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty24.0%
County GDP$645M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$127,900
Rent$1,097
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$234,520
Housing Units95
Rent Burden27.0%

Health

Obesity33.0%
Uninsured4.6%
Smoking13.2%
Depression15.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation955 ft (291 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+87.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute33 min
Broadband36.0%
Libraries4

Is Pacific Junction a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pacific Junction receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Pacific Junction has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pacific Junction is $37,250, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 24.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pacific Junction is $127,900, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,097 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Pacific Junction experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches, including 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Pacific Junction has a population of 75 with a density of 99 people per square mile. The median age is 59.7 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

75
Total Population
99
People / sq mi
59.7yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.3%
Female 38.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Pacific Junction vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pacific Junction vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pacific Junction is $37,250, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Pacific Junction vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,250
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,579
Avg Weekly Wage$1,059
IRS Avg AGI$91,250

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.0%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)458
County GDP$645M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare27
Retail40
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,433
55% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pacific Junction is $127,900, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,097 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $234,520.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$127,900
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$234,520

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,097
6% below US avg
Rent Burden27.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.1%
Housing Units95
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,433
55% above US avg
Effective Rate4.25%
In Pacific Junction, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 4.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 15.3% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pacific Junction vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.0%
3% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma7.6%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity18.7%
Depression15.3%
Mental Distress11.9%
Physical Distress10.1%
Short Sleep24.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Uninsured4.6%
47% below US avg
Checkup Rate60.9%
Dental Visits56.5%
Premature Death9,695/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access63.0%
Healthcare Facilities27
Pacific Junction has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.8 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall23.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation955 ft (291 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density99/sq mi
Coordinates41.0180°N, 95.7995°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19129
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.1-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 39.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+87.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density99/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants21
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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