Redding, IA

Iowa

Redding is a small town in Iowa with a population of 42.

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
42 Population 42/sq mi density
$152,500 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.2 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $152,500
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.6%
92% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population42
Median Age66.3 yrs
Density42/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans38.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$27,855
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$74M
Commute72 min

Housing

Home Value$152,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units39

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,117 ft (340 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.6%
High School+84.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute72 min
Broadband24.0%
Libraries1

Is Redding a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Redding receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Redding faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 72 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Redding is $152,500, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

2.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Redding experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 20.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Redding has a population of 42 with a density of 42 people per square mile. The median age is 66.3 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

42
Total Population
42
People / sq mi
66.3yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Redding vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Redding vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Redding is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 72 minutes.

Income: Redding vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$27,855
Avg Weekly Wage$644
IRS Avg AGI$46,645

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)68
County GDP$74M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare4
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time71.8 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home50.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Redding is $152,500, 46% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,500
46% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units39
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Redding has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall20.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,117 ft (340 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density42/sq mi
Coordinates40.6054°N, 94.3819°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS29227
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 2.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.6-point margin. 24.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.8%
D 17.2%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.6%
92% below US avg
High School+84.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density42/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants3
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute71.8 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home50.0%

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