Home Value $51,700

82% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 43.6%

29% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.9%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.0%

44% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 11.8%

5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population61

Median Age42.8 yrs

Density254/mi²

Male / Female44% / 56%

Largest GroupWhite 98%

Veterans50.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$34,805

Unemployment2.0%

Poverty11.8%

County GDP$690M

Commute19 min

Housing

Home Value$51,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units37

Rent Burden21.9%

Health

Obesity38.9%

Uninsured7.4%

Smoking15.6%

Depression20.8%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain35.9 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation1,258 ft (383 m)

Education

Bachelor's+43.6%

High School+89.7%

Graduate+11.9%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%

Commute19 min

Broadband33.0%

Libraries5

Is Scarville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Scarville receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Scarville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Scarville is $51,700, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Scarville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Scarville has a population of 61 with a density of 254 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).

Population

Total Population

254

People / sq mi

42.8yrs

Median Age

10% above US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%

Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Scarville 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

Scarville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Scarville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Scarville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$34,805
Avg Weekly Wage	$904
IRS Avg AGI	$70,658

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.0%
	44% below US avg
Poverty Rate	11.8%
	5% below US avg
Establishments (County)	393
County GDP	$690M

Business (County)

Restaurants	21
Healthcare	31
Retail	49
Manufacturing	17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,053
	13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	5.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	19.4 min
Drive Alone	73.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Scarville is $51,700, 82% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$51,700
	82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	51.5%
Housing Units	37
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,053
	13% below US avg
Effective Rate	5.91%

In Scarville, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 20.8% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.9%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	9.2%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	31.1%
Asthma	9.4%
COPD	5.9%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.6%
	11% above US avg
Binge Drinking	24.2%
Physical Inactivity	22.5%
Depression	20.8%
Mental Distress	16.9%
Physical Distress	11.7%
Short Sleep	32.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.0%
Uninsured	7.4%
	14% below US avg
Checkup Rate	74.5%
Dental Visits	67.6%
Premature Death	5,991/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.1/10
Exercise Access	85.3%
Healthcare Facilities	31

Scarville has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.9 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	44.9°F
	17% below US avg
January Average	14°F (-10°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	35.9 inches
	5% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,258 ft (383 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density	254/sq mi
Coordinates	43.4710°N, 93.6184°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19189

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 43.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.7-point margin. 33.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.6%

D 33.9%

Winner: Republican by 30.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	43.6%
	29% above US avg
High School+	89.7%
Graduate Degree+	11.9%
School Test Score	5.73

A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	254/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	33.0%
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	31
Restaurants	21
Retail Stores	49

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	19.4 min
Drive Alone	73.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.0%

Scarville, IA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Scarville a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Scarville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Scarville vs U.S. Average

Income: Scarville 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: Scarville 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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