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Pleasanton, IA

Iowa

Pleasanton is a small town in Iowa with a population of 46.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
46 Population 131/sq mi density
$225,000 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $225,000
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population46
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density131/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans41.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$37,702
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$278M
Commute58 min

Housing

Home Value$225,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units29
Rent Burden19.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,100 ft (335 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute58 min
Broadband20.0%
Libraries3

Is Pleasanton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pleasanton receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Pleasanton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 58 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pleasanton is $225,000, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Pleasanton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°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 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Pleasanton has a population of 46 with a density of 131 people per square mile. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

46
Total Population
131
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.5%
Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pleasanton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pleasanton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pleasanton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 58 minutes.

Income: Pleasanton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$37,702
Avg Weekly Wage$827
IRS Avg AGI$53,793

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)224
County GDP$278M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare12
Retail27
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,429
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time57.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pleasanton is $225,000, 20% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,000
20% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden19.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units29
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,429
27% above US avg
Effective Rate1.97%
Pleasanton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,100 ft (335 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density131/sq mi
Coordinates40.5824°N, 93.7429°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.1-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.7%
D 25.7%

Winner: Republican by 47.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density131/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants12
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute57.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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