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South Amana, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

South Amana is a small town in Iowa with a population of 126. Residents earn $107,250 per year, which is 43% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
126 Population 91/sq mi density
$107,250 Median Income $27,996 per capita
$287,500 Home Value $259,474 Zillow
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$107,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$287,500 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $107,250
43% higher than US avg
Home Value $287,500
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population126
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density91/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans63.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$107,250
Per Capita$27,996
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$12,640M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$287,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$259,474
Housing Units47
Rent Burden33.9%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured5.0%
Smoking11.5%
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation790 ft (241 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+44.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 68%
Commute21 min
Broadband29.0%
Libraries8

Is South Amana a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Amana is $107,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 43% above $75,149. This places South Amana among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Amana is $287,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

South Amana experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 28.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

South Amana has a population of 126 with a density of 91 people per square mile. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

126
Total Population
91
People / sq mi
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

South Amana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Amana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Amana is $107,250, which is 43% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: South Amana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$107,250
43% above US avg
Per Capita Income$27,996
Avg Weekly Wage$1,238
IRS Avg AGI$93,456

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,140
County GDP$12,640M

Business (County)

Restaurants448
Healthcare493
Retail492
Manufacturing80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,982
99% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Drive Alone71.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.9%

Walkability

The median home value in South Amana is $287,500, 2% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $259,474.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$287,500
2% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$259,474

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.5%
Housing Units47
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,982
99% above US avg
Effective Rate2.43%
In South Amana, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.0% of residents lack health insurance. 11.5% are current smokers. 20.2% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: South Amana vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.5%
18% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress10.2%
Short Sleep27.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.0%
42% below US avg
Checkup Rate69.3%
Dental Visits62.3%
Premature Death4,821/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access89.7%
Healthcare Facilities493
South Amana 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 37.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall28.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation790 ft (241 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density91/sq mi
Coordinates41.7704°N, 91.9599°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19103
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 38.1-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.3%
D 68.4%

Winner: Democrat by 38.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+44.0%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density91/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities493
Restaurants448
Retail Stores492

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Drive Alone71.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.9%

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