Quasqueton, IA

Iowa

Quasqueton is a small town in Iowa with a population of 749. Residents earn $64,531 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
749 Population 663/sq mi density
$64,531 Median Income $32,611 per capita
$128,100 Home Value $154,145 Zillow
$742 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$64,531 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$128,100 home value, $742/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,531
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $128,100
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.3%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $742
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population749
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density663/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,531
Per Capita$32,611
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$1,087M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$128,100
Rent$742
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$154,145

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Elevation888 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.3%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute27 min
Libraries6

Is Quasqueton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Quasqueton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Quasqueton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Quasqueton is $64,531, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Quasqueton is $128,100, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $742 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Quasqueton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Quasqueton has a population of 749 with a density of 663 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%).

Population

749
Total Population
663
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Quasqueton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Quasqueton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Quasqueton is $64,531, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Quasqueton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,531
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,611
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$76,868

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)638
County GDP$1,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare44
Retail72
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,750
7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Quasqueton is $128,100, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $742 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,145.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,100
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$154,145

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$742
36% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,750
7% above US avg
Effective Rate2.93%
In Quasqueton, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.1%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death5,284/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities44

Crime Rates: Quasqueton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Quasqueton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.2 inches
3% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation888 ft (271 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density663/sq mi
Coordinates42.3948°N, 91.7577°W
County FIPS19019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.4%
D 35.2%

Winner: Republican by 28.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.3%
55% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density663/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities44
Restaurants37
Retail Stores72

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Work from Home5.1%

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