Sloan, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Sloan is a small town in Iowa with a population of 884. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
884 Population 1,524/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $35,227 per capita
$191,400 Home Value $228,908 Zillow
$872 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$191,400 home value, $872/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $191,400
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.5%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $872
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population884
Median Age47.7 yrs
Density1,524/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$35,227
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$7,028M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$191,400
Rent$872
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$228,908

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain29.9 in/yr
Elevation1,073 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.5%
High School+98.2%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute18 min
Libraries13

Is Sloan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sloan receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Sloan stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sloan is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sloan is $191,400, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $872 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Sloan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.9 inches, including 31.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sloan has a population of 884 with a density of 1,524 people per square mile. The median age is 47.7 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%), with 8.6% Hispanic.

Population

884
Total Population
1,524
People / sq mi
47.7yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Sloan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sloan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sloan is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Sloan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,227
Avg Weekly Wage$1,052
IRS Avg AGI$66,517

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,308
County GDP$7,028M

Business (County)

Restaurants269
Healthcare311
Retail389
Manufacturing85

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,875
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Sloan is $191,400, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $872 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $228,908.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,400
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$228,908

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$872
25% 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-Occupied76.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,875
39% above US avg
Effective Rate2.55%
In Sloan, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death9,159/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access90.8%
Healthcare Facilities311

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Sloan has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.9 inches
21% below US avg
Snowfall31.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,073 ft (327 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,524/sq mi
Coordinates42.2331°N, 96.2248°W
County FIPS19193
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 33.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.9%
D 37.8%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.5%
1% below US avg
High School+98.2%
School Test Score5.73
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,524/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities311
Restaurants269
Retail Stores389

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Work from Home6.6%

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