Median Income $38,819

48% lower than US avg

Home Value $73,500

74% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.9%

18% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.7%

38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population129

Median Age39.4 yrs

Density172/mi²

Male / Female65% / 35%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans87.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$38,819

Per Capita$14,404

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty7.7%

County GDP$790M

Commute22 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$73,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units45

Health

Obesity37.9%

Uninsured7.8%

Smoking17.3%

Depression22.4%

Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain38.1 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation1,157 ft (353 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+96.2%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%

Commute22 min

Broadband35.0%

Libraries4

Is Popejoy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Popejoy receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Popejoy stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Popejoy is $38,819, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Popejoy is $73,500, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Popejoy 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 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 27.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Popejoy has a population of 129 with a density of 172 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

129

Total Population

172

People / sq mi

39.4yrs

Median Age

1% above US avg

0.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.1%

Female 34.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Popejoy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Popejoy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Popejoy is $38,819, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Popejoy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$38,819
	48% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$14,404
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,024
IRS Avg AGI	$73,117

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.7%
	38% below US avg
Establishments (County)	364
County GDP	$790M

Business (County)

Restaurants	15
Healthcare	26
Retail	36
Manufacturing	20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,431
	2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	4.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	21.9 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Popejoy is $73,500, 74% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$73,500
	74% 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	80.0%
Housing Units	45
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,431
	2% below US avg
Effective Rate	4.67%

In Popejoy, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.9%
	18% above US avg
Diabetes	8.7%
Heart Disease	4.8%
High Blood Pressure	28.6%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	6.5%
Cancer	6.6%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.3%
	24% above US avg
Binge Drinking	22.8%
Physical Inactivity	24.0%
Depression	22.4%
Mental Distress	18.3%
Physical Distress	12.5%
Short Sleep	35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	7.8%
	9% below US avg
Checkup Rate	70.8%
Dental Visits	63.1%
Premature Death	9,806/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.5/10
Exercise Access	76.5%
Healthcare Facilities	26

Popejoy 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 38.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 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	46.7°F
	14% below US avg
January Average	17°F (-8°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.1 inches
	0% below US avg
Snowfall	27.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,157 ft (353 m)
Area	0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density	172/sq mi
Coordinates	42.5938°N, 93.4278°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19069

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.7-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.2%

D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	96.2%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.73

A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	172/sq mi
Total Area	0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	35.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	26
Restaurants	15
Retail Stores	36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.9 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Popejoy, IA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Popejoy a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Popejoy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Popejoy vs U.S. Average

Income: Popejoy 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: Popejoy 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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