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Rowan, IA

Iowa

Rowan is a small town in Iowa with a population of 209. Residents earn $57,500 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
209 Population 402/sq mi density
$57,500 Median Income $25,874 per capita
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$57,500 median income, 3.3% unemployment
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,500
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.7%
59% higher than US avg

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

People

Population209
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density402/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans10.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$57,500
Per Capita$25,874
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty19.7%
County GDP$1,247M
Commute40 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$74,708
Housing Units73
Rent Burden24.4%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking15.4%
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,207 ft (368 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+85.5%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute40 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries5

Is Rowan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rowan receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Rowan has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rowan is $57,500, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rowan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 16°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 34.3 inches, including 31.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rowan has a population of 209 with a density of 402 people per square mile. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%).

Population

209
Total Population
402
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Rowan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rowan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rowan is $57,500, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Rowan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,500
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,874
Avg Weekly Wage$1,126
IRS Avg AGI$67,568

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.7%
59% above US avg
Establishments (County)468
County GDP$1,247M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare35
Retail46
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,919
12% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.1 min
Drive Alone94.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $74,708.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$74,708

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.5%
Housing Units73
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,919
12% above US avg
In Rowan, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 20.8% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.9%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep33.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits66.1%
Premature Death6,879/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access86.5%
Healthcare Facilities35
Rowan has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall31.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,207 ft (368 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density402/sq mi
Coordinates42.7399°N, 93.5503°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19197
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%
D 31%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.4%
75% below US avg
High School+85.5%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density402/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants28
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.1 min
Drive Alone94.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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