Schleswig, IA

Iowa

Schleswig is a small town in Iowa with a population of 940. Residents earn $71,271 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
940 Population 758/sq mi density
$71,271 Median Income $34,340 per capita
$130,400 Home Value $160,811 Zillow
$476 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$71,271 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,400 home value, $476/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,271
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,400
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $476
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population940
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density758/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,271
Per Capita$34,340
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$1,117M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,400
Rent$476
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$160,811

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Elevation1,476 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+84.5%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute30 min
Libraries6

Is Schleswig a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Schleswig is $71,271, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Schleswig is $130,400, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $476 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Schleswig experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches, including 34.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Schleswig has a population of 940 with a density of 758 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.7%), with 3.3% Hispanic, 2% Black.

Population

940
Total Population
758
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Schleswig vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.9%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.1%
5% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Schleswig vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Schleswig is $71,271, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Schleswig vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,271
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,340
Avg Weekly Wage$1,021
IRS Avg AGI$68,004

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)514
County GDP$1,117M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare40
Retail47
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,829
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Schleswig is $130,400, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $476 (59% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,811.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,400
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$160,811

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$476
59% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,829
9% above US avg
Effective Rate2.94%
In Schleswig, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.1%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death6,563/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access62.9%
Healthcare Facilities40

Crime Rates: Schleswig vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Schleswig has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall34.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,476 ft (450 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density758/sq mi
Coordinates42.1610°N, 95.4346°W
County FIPS19047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.9%
41% below US avg
High School+84.5%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density758/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants36
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Work from Home4.7%

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