Rossie, IA

Iowa

Rossie is a small town in Iowa with a population of 91.

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
91 Population 650/sq mi density
$850 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 291 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.2 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population91
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density650/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans77.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,981
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$1,540M
Commute13 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units48
Rent Burden12.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain26.8 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,410 ft (430 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+94.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute13 min
Broadband52.0%
Libraries5

Is Rossie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rossie receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Rossie faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rossie experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rossie has a population of 91 with a density of 650 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

91
Total Population
650
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 57.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Rossie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rossie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rossie is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Rossie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$29,981
Avg Weekly Wage$1,029
IRS Avg AGI$77,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)742
County GDP$1,540M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare57
Retail97
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,811
37% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.5 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.6%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.6%
Housing Units48
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,811
37% above US avg
Rossie has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.8 inches. The area enjoys 291 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.8 inches
29% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,410 ft (430 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density650/sq mi
Coordinates43.0137°N, 95.1886°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.2-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 43.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.9%
91% below US avg
High School+94.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density650/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities57
Restaurants48
Retail Stores97

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.5 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.6%

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