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Smithland, IA

Iowa

Smithland is a small town in Iowa with a population of 148. Residents earn $83,000 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
148 Population 463/sq mi density
$83,000 Median Income $44,296 per capita
$75,400 Home Value $158,068 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$83,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,400 home value, $725/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,000
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $75,400
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population148
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density463/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans11.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,000
Per Capita$44,296
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$462M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,400
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,068
Housing Units102
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking14.5%
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,089 ft (332 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+90.9%
Graduate+0.7%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute33 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries5

Is Smithland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smithland receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Smithland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Smithland is $83,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Smithland is $75,400, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Smithland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°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 32.2 inches, including 31.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Smithland has a population of 148 with a density of 463 people per square mile. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.5%).

Population

148
Total Population
463
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.4%
Female 42.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Smithland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Smithland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smithland is $83,000, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Smithland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,000
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,296
Avg Weekly Wage$879
IRS Avg AGI$70,442

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)299
County GDP$462M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare22
Retail38
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,800
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Smithland is $75,400, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,068.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,400
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$158,068

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.1%
Housing Units102
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,800
9% above US avg
Effective Rate5.04%
In Smithland, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 21.2% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.6%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep29.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits68.2%
Premature Death8,367/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access57.7%
Healthcare Facilities22
Smithland has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.2 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.2 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall31.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,089 ft (332 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density463/sq mi
Coordinates42.2289°N, 95.9316°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.4-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 45.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+90.9%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density463/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants25
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

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