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Richland, IA

Iowa

Richland is a small town in Iowa with a population of 566. Residents earn $57,308 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
566 Population 550/sq mi density
$57,308 Median Income $28,082 per capita
$118,100 Home Value $143,903 Zillow
$779 Median Rent 20.9% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$57,308 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,100 home value, $779/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,308
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,100
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $779
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population566
Median Age29.7 yrs
Density550/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,308
Per Capita$28,082
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$911M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,100
Rent$779
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$143,903
Housing Units227
Rent Burden20.9%

Health

Obesity41.6%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking18.1%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation777 ft (237 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+7.8%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute27 min
Broadband88.5%
Libraries2

Is Richland a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richland is $57,308, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richland is $118,100, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $779 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Richland 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 38.4 inches, including 21.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Richland has a population of 566 with a density of 550 people per square mile. The median age is 29.7 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 3.2% Hispanic.

Population

566
Total Population
550
People / sq mi
29.7yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Richland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Richland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richland is $57,308, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Richland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,308
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,082
Avg Weekly Wage$1,030
IRS Avg AGI$67,023

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)795
County GDP$911M

Business (County)

Restaurants45
Healthcare49
Retail85
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,429
55% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Richland is $118,100, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $779 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $143,903.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,100
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$143,903

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$779
33% below US avg
Rent Burden20.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.5%
Housing Units227
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,429
55% above US avg
Effective Rate4.60%
In Richland, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 18.1% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.1%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep34.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits63.0%
Premature Death9,327/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access61.6%
Healthcare Facilities49
Richland 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 38.4 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 Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall21.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation777 ft (237 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density550/sq mi
Coordinates41.1855°N, 91.9936°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.8-point margin. 88.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.3%
D 45.6%

Winner: Republican by 6.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+7.8%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density550/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.5%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants45
Retail Stores85

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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