Home Value $52,000

82% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 4.5%

87% lower than US avg

Median Rent $706

39% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.5%

14% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.7%

53% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.3%

57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population58

Median Age63.3 yrs

Density232/mi²

Male / Female64% / 36%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans58.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$41,997

Unemployment1.7%

Poverty5.3%

County GDP$1,117M

Commute21 min

Housing

Home Value$52,000

Rent$706

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units50

Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity36.5%

Uninsured8.2%

Smoking14.4%

Depression20.3%

Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain32.2 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation1,326 ft (404 m)

Education

Bachelor's+4.5%

High School+90.9%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%

Commute21 min

Broadband44.0%

Libraries6

Is Ricketts a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ricketts receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Ricketts faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ricketts is $52,000, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $706 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ricketts experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches, including 31.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ricketts has a population of 58 with a density of 232 people per square mile. The median age is 63.3 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

Total Population

232

People / sq mi

63.3yrs

Median Age

63% above US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.8%

Female 36.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ricketts vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ricketts vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ricketts is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Ricketts vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$41,997
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,021
IRS Avg AGI	$68,004

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.7%
	53% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.3%
	57% below US avg
Establishments (County)	514
County GDP	$1,117M

Business (County)

Restaurants	36
Healthcare	40
Retail	47
Manufacturing	20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,829
	9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	7.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ricketts is $52,000, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $706 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$52,000
	82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$706
	39% below US avg
Rent Burden	9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	63.6%
Housing Units	50
Median Year Built	1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,829
	9% above US avg
Effective Rate	7.36%

In Ricketts, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 20.3% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.5%
	14% above US avg
Diabetes	8.9%
Heart Disease	5.2%
High Blood Pressure	27.7%
Asthma	9.4%
COPD	5.8%
Cancer	6.6%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.4%
	3% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.4%
Physical Inactivity	23.9%
Depression	20.3%
Mental Distress	17.0%
Physical Distress	11.4%
Short Sleep	31.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.3%
Uninsured	8.2%
	5% below US avg
Checkup Rate	69.1%
Dental Visits	59.6%
Premature Death	6,563/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.2/10
Exercise Access	62.9%
Healthcare Facilities	40

Ricketts has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.2 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	47.2°F
	13% below US avg
January Average	18°F (-8°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	32.2 inches
	15% below US avg
Snowfall	31.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,326 ft (404 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density	232/sq mi
Coordinates	42.1280°N, 95.5749°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19047

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 44.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%

D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	4.5%
	87% below US avg
High School+	90.9%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.73

F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	232/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	44.0%
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	40
Restaurants	36
Retail Stores	47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Ricketts, IA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Ricketts a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Ricketts vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Ricketts vs U.S. Average

Income: Ricketts vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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