Rembrandt, IA

Iowa

Rembrandt is a small town in Iowa with a population of 167. Residents earn $56,528 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
167 Population 696/sq mi density
$56,528 Median Income $35,192 per capita
$84,200 Home Value $153,148 Zillow
$550 Median Rent 21.8% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$56,528 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,200 home value, $550/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,528
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,200
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $550
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.2%
71% higher than US avg

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

People

Population167
Median Age57.2 yrs
Density696/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,528
Per Capita$35,192
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty21.2%
County GDP$1,938M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,200
Rent$550
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$153,148
Rent Burden21.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain32.0 in/yr
Elevation1,336 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+81.4%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute22 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries8

Is Rembrandt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rembrandt receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Rembrandt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rembrandt is $56,528, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 21.2% 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 Rembrandt is $84,200, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $550 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rembrandt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches, including 35.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rembrandt has a population of 167 with a density of 696 people per square mile. The median age is 57.2 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82%).

Population

167
Total Population
696
People / sq mi
57.2yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Rembrandt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.4%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.6%
16% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rembrandt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rembrandt is $56,528, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Rembrandt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,528
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,192
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$67,827

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.2%
71% above US avg
Establishments (County)610
County GDP$1,938M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare48
Retail82
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,292
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rembrandt is $84,200, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $550 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $153,148.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,200
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$153,148

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$550
53% below US avg
Rent Burden21.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,292
51% above US avg
Effective Rate6.29%
In Rembrandt, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death6,218/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access79.6%
Healthcare Facilities48

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Rembrandt has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.0 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall35.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,336 ft (407 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density696/sq mi
Coordinates42.8257°N, 95.1656°W
County FIPS19021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.3-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+81.4%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density696/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants38
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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