Redfield, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Redfield is a small town in Iowa with a population of 782. Residents earn $81,328 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
782 Population 575/sq mi density
$81,328 Median Income $29,457 per capita
$130,100 Home Value $220,175 Zillow
$781 Median Rent 20.2% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,328 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,100 home value, $781/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,328
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $130,100
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $781
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population782
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density575/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,328
Per Capita$29,457
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$11,107M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,100
Rent$781
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$220,175
Rent Burden20.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Elevation970 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute32 min
Broadband87.5%
Libraries12

Is Redfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Redfield receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Redfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Redfield is $81,328, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Redfield is $130,100, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $781 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Redfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Redfield has a population of 782 with a density of 575 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94%), with 4.6% Hispanic.

Population

782
Total Population
575
People / sq mi
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Redfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Redfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Redfield is $81,328, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Redfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,328
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,457
Avg Weekly Wage$1,468
IRS Avg AGI$126,108

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,600
County GDP$11,107M

Business (County)

Restaurants211
Healthcare263
Retail299
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,070
102% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.7 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Redfield is $130,100, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $781 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $220,175.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,100
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$220,175

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$781
33% below US avg
Rent Burden20.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,070
102% above US avg
Effective Rate5.43%
In Redfield, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity20.0%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death4,244/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access68.5%
Healthcare Facilities263

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Redfield has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation970 ft (296 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density575/sq mi
Coordinates41.5904°N, 94.1962°W
County FIPS19049
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.8-point margin. 87.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.7%
D 46.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.5%
60% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density575/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.5%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities263
Restaurants211
Retail Stores299

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.7 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Nearby Cities

Compare Redfield with another city: