Rake, IA

Iowa

Rake is a small town in Iowa with a population of 199. Residents earn $41,071 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
199 Population 262/sq mi density
$41,071 Median Income $23,461 per capita
$34,200 Home Value
$792 Median Rent 22.2% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$41,071 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$34,200 home value, $792/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,071
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $34,200
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $792
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.1%
30% higher than US avg

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

People

Population199
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density262/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans20.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,071
Per Capita$23,461
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.1%
County GDP$690M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$34,200
Rent$792
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden22.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Elevation1,149 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute22 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries5

Is Rake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rake receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Rake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rake is $41,071, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rake is $34,200, 88% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $792 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rake has a population of 199 with a density of 262 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

199
Total Population
262
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Rake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rake is $41,071, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Rake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,071
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,461
Avg Weekly Wage$904
IRS Avg AGI$70,658

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.1%
30% above US avg
Establishments (County)393
County GDP$690M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare31
Retail49
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,053
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone73.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Rake is $34,200, 88% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $792 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$34,200
88% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$792
32% below US avg
Rent Burden22.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,053
13% below US avg
Effective Rate8.93%
In Rake, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.1% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma8.5%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression17.1%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate69.6%
Premature Death5,991/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access85.3%
Healthcare Facilities31

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Rake has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.9 inches
5% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,149 ft (350 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density262/sq mi
Coordinates43.4806°N, 93.9197°W
County FIPS19189
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.7-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.6%
D 33.9%

Winner: Republican by 30.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.8%
38% below US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density262/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants21
Retail Stores49

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone73.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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