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Quimby, IA

Iowa

Quimby is a small town in Iowa with a population of 304. Residents earn $52,083 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
304 Population 741/sq mi density
$52,083 Median Income $29,494 per capita
$48,800 Home Value $99,550 Zillow
$643 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$52,083 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$48,800 home value, $643/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,083
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $48,800
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $643
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population304
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density741/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,083
Per Capita$29,494
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$1,087M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$48,800
Rent$643
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$99,550
Housing Units192
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking13.8%
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain31.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,183 ft (361 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+88.9%
Graduate+0.4%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute19 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries6

Is Quimby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Quimby receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Quimby offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Quimby is $52,083, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.9% 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 Quimby is $48,800, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $643 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Quimby 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 31.2 inches, including 37.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Quimby has a population of 304 with a density of 741 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

304
Total Population
741
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Quimby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.6%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.4%
7% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Quimby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Quimby is $52,083, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Quimby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,083
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,494
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$74,807

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)452
County GDP$1,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare33
Retail45
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,325
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Quimby is $48,800, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $643 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $99,550.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$48,800
83% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$99,550

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$643
45% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.3%
Housing Units192
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,325
5% below US avg
Effective Rate6.81%
In Quimby, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 21.6% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.8%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep30.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits68.3%
Premature Death7,020/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities33
Quimby 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 31.2 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 Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.2 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall37.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,183 ft (361 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density741/sq mi
Coordinates42.6291°N, 95.6441°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.8-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%
D 26.5%

Winner: Republican by 45.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+88.9%
Graduate Degree+0.4%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density741/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants30
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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