Shambaugh, IA

Iowa

Shambaugh is a small town in Iowa with a population of 114. Residents earn $75,313 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
114 Population 317/sq mi density
$75,313 Median Income $42,119 per capita
$66,100 Home Value
$1,063 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,313 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$66,100 home value, $1,063/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,313
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $66,100
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.7%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,063
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population114
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density317/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans97.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,313
Per Capita$42,119
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$811M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$66,100
Rent$1,063
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden37.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Elevation1,001 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.7%
High School+96.7%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute19 min
Broadband56.0%
Libraries4

Is Shambaugh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shambaugh receives an overall livability score of 4.1 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. Shambaugh stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shambaugh is $75,313, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate 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 Shambaugh is $66,100, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,063 per month. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Shambaugh experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches, including 22.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Shambaugh has a population of 114 with a density of 317 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

114
Total Population
317
People / sq mi
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Shambaugh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Shambaugh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shambaugh is $75,313, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Shambaugh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,313
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,119
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$66,332

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)482
County GDP$811M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare56
Retail61
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,347
4% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Shambaugh is $66,100, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,063 (9% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$66,100
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,063
9% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,347
4% below US avg
Effective Rate5.06%
In Shambaugh, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death7,340/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access73.1%
Healthcare Facilities56

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Shambaugh has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall22.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,001 ft (305 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density317/sq mi
Coordinates40.6575°N, 95.0353°W
County FIPS19145
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.7%
39% below US avg
High School+96.7%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density317/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants32
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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