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Soldier, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Soldier is a small town in Iowa with a population of 123. Residents earn $49,375 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
123 Population 397/sq mi density
$49,375 Median Income $35,335 per capita
$75,000 Home Value $108,865 Zillow
$595 Median Rent 18.1% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,375 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $595/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,375
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $595
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.4%
56% higher than US avg

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

People

Population123
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density397/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans14.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,375
Per Capita$35,335
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty19.4%
County GDP$675M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$595
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$108,865
Housing Units98
Rent Burden18.1%

Health

Obesity42.5%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking17.2%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,172 ft (357 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+94.0%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute27 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries6

Is Soldier a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Soldier receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Soldier offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Soldier is $49,375, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 19.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Soldier is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $595 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Soldier experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.4 inches, including 28.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Soldier has a population of 123 with a density of 397 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 4.1% Hispanic.

Population

123
Total Population
397
People / sq mi
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Soldier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Soldier vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Soldier is $49,375, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Soldier vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,375
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,335
Avg Weekly Wage$965
IRS Avg AGI$76,751

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.4%
56% above US avg
Establishments (County)472
County GDP$675M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare30
Retail40
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,152
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Soldier is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $595 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $108,865.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$108,865

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$595
49% below US avg
Rent Burden18.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.8%
Housing Units98
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,152
19% above US avg
Effective Rate5.54%
In Soldier, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 17.2% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.5%
32% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep33.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits66.5%
Premature Death6,755/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access33.7%
Healthcare Facilities30
Soldier has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.4 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall28.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,172 ft (357 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density397/sq mi
Coordinates41.9843°N, 95.7804°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19085
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.8-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.1%
D 28.3%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+94.0%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density397/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants29
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Nearby Cities

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