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Protivin, IA

Iowa

Protivin is a small town in Iowa with a population of 368. Residents earn $63,438 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
368 Population 836/sq mi density
$63,438 Median Income $30,214 per capita
$107,700 Home Value
$582 Median Rent 18.1% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$63,438 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,700 home value, $582/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,438
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,700
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.4%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $582
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population368
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density836/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans2.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,438
Per Capita$30,214
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$727M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,700
Rent$582
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units170
Rent Burden18.1%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking16.2%
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,153 ft (351 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.4%
High School+97.8%
Graduate+8.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute19 min
Broadband86.9%
Libraries3

Is Protivin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Protivin receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Protivin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Protivin is $63,438, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Protivin is $107,700, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $582 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Protivin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches, including 40.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Protivin has a population of 368 with a density of 836 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.9%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

368
Total Population
836
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Protivin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Protivin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Protivin is $63,438, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Protivin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,438
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,214
Avg Weekly Wage$927
IRS Avg AGI$65,702

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)341
County GDP$727M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare22
Retail49
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,607
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Protivin is $107,700, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $582 (50% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,700
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$582
50% below US avg
Rent Burden18.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.2%
Housing Units170
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,607
26% below US avg
Effective Rate2.42%
In Protivin, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 20.4% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep33.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.5%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.8%
Dental Visits66.4%
Premature Death6,255/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access76.5%
Healthcare Facilities22
Protivin has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.0 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.0 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall40.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,153 ft (351 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density836/sq mi
Coordinates43.2167°N, 92.0889°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 31.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.8-point margin. 86.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.3%
D 33.5%

Winner: Republican by 31.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.4%
7% below US avg
High School+97.8%
Graduate Degree+8.1%
School Test Score5.73
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density836/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.9%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants17
Retail Stores49

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

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