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Rhodes, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Rhodes is a small town in Iowa with a population of 285. Residents earn $71,029 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
285 Population 282/sq mi density
$71,029 Median Income $31,673 per capita
$90,500 Home Value $253,986 Zillow
$436 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$71,029 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,500 home value, $436/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,029
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,500
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $436
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population285
Median Age45.1 yrs
Density282/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,029
Per Capita$31,673
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$1,523M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,500
Rent$436
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$253,986
Housing Units138
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity41.3%
Uninsured6.2%
Smoking13.1%
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,024 ft (312 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+94.9%
Graduate+0.9%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute35 min
Broadband79.7%
Libraries8

Is Rhodes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rhodes receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Rhodes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rhodes is $71,029, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rhodes is $90,500, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $436 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rhodes experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°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 35.1 inches, including 28.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rhodes has a population of 285 with a density of 282 people per square mile. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 4.2% Hispanic.

Population

285
Total Population
282
People / sq mi
45.1yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Rhodes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rhodes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rhodes is $71,029, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Rhodes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,029
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,673
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$72,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)984
County GDP$1,523M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare66
Retail96
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,099
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.4 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Rhodes is $90,500, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $436 (63% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $253,986.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,500
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$253,986

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$436
63% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.2%
Housing Units138
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,099
17% above US avg
Effective Rate4.53%
In Rhodes, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.2% of residents lack health insurance. 13.1% are current smokers. 21.3% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking24.7%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep32.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Uninsured6.2%
28% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits74.2%
Premature Death7,112/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access76.5%
Healthcare Facilities66
Rhodes has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.1 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall28.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,024 ft (312 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density282/sq mi
Coordinates41.9278°N, 93.1837°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19099
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.6-point margin. 79.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 27.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+94.9%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density282/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.7%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants63
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.4 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%

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