Readlyn, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Readlyn is a small town in Iowa with a population of 764. Residents earn $83,393 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
764 Population 2,315/sq mi density
$83,393 Median Income $37,857 per capita
$164,600 Home Value $211,460 Zillow
$588 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$83,393 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$164,600 home value, $588/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,393
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $164,600
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $588
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population764
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density2,315/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,393
Per Capita$37,857
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$1,581M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$164,600
Rent$588
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$211,460

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Elevation1,039 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+96.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute26 min
Libraries7

Is Readlyn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Readlyn receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Readlyn stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Readlyn is $83,393, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Readlyn is $164,600, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $588 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

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Readlyn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Readlyn has a population of 764 with a density of 2,315 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%).

Population

764
Total Population
2,315
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Readlyn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Readlyn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Readlyn is $83,393, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Readlyn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,393
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,857
Avg Weekly Wage$1,011
IRS Avg AGI$84,332

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)749
County GDP$1,581M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare73
Retail72
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,930
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Readlyn is $164,600, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $588 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $211,460.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,600
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$211,460

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$119
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$588
49% 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-Occupied81.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,930
41% above US avg
Effective Rate3.00%
In Readlyn, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.3%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death6,009/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access73.8%
Healthcare Facilities73

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Readlyn has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,039 ft (317 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density2,315/sq mi
Coordinates42.7037°N, 92.2250°W
County FIPS19017
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+96.3%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,315/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities73
Restaurants48
Retail Stores72

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Work from Home12.3%

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