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Prescott, IA

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Prescott is a small town in Iowa with a population of 248. Residents earn $66,750 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
248 Population 577/sq mi density
$66,750 Median Income $32,990 per capita
$65,000 Home Value
$920 Median Rent 33.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,750 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,000 home value, $920/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,750
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $920
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population248
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density577/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans8.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,750
Per Capita$32,990
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$266M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,000
Rent$920
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units129
Rent Burden33.0%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking16.0%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,183 ft (361 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+98.9%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute21 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries2

Is Prescott a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prescott receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Prescott offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Prescott is $66,750, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Prescott is $65,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $920 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Prescott experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches, including 27.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Prescott has a population of 248 with a density of 577 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%), with 3.2% Hispanic.

Population

248
Total Population
577
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Prescott vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Prescott vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prescott is $66,750, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Prescott vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,750
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,990
Avg Weekly Wage$954
IRS Avg AGI$59,892

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)148
County GDP$266M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare10
Retail13
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,867
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Prescott is $65,000, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $920 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,000
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$920
21% below US avg
Rent Burden33.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%
Housing Units129
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,867
18% below US avg
Effective Rate4.41%
In Prescott, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep32.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits69.6%
Premature Death6,725/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access55.3%
Healthcare Facilities10
Prescott has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.3 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall27.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,183 ft (361 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density577/sq mi
Coordinates41.0236°N, 94.6128°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.2-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.2%
D 27%

Winner: Republican by 44.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+98.9%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density577/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants9
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

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