Bachelor's+ 9.7%

71% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,099

6% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 32.9%

2% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population93

Median Age49.3 yrs

Density42/mi²

Male / Female65% / 36%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans93.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$66,573

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$2,924M

Commute17 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$1,099

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$297,447

Housing Units70

Rent Burden16.3%

Health

Obesity32.9%

Uninsured5.9%

Smoking14.8%

Depression25.2%

Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain37.2 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation758 ft (231 m)

Education

Bachelor's+9.7%

High School+93.5%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%

Commute17 min

Broadband64.0%

Libraries2

Is Sperry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sperry receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Sperry faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

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 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,099 per month.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Sperry experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sperry has a population of 93 with a density of 42 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

49.3yrs

Median Age

27% above US avg

2.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.5%

Female 35.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sperry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sperry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sperry is N/A. 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 17 minutes.

Income: Sperry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$66,573
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,014
IRS Avg AGI	$78,958

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,405
County GDP	$2,924M

Business (County)

Restaurants	101
Healthcare	142
Retail	168
Manufacturing	47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,670
	33% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	16.7 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,099 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $297,447.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values


Zillow ZHVI	$297,447

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,099
	6% below US avg
Rent Burden	16.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	70.3%
Housing Units	70
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,670
	33% above US avg

In Sperry, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	32.9%
	2% above US avg
Diabetes	8.4%
Heart Disease	4.7%
High Blood Pressure	27.1%
Asthma	10.9%
COPD	5.8%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.8%
	6% above US avg
Binge Drinking	22.1%
Physical Inactivity	23.9%
Depression	25.2%
Mental Distress	19.0%
Physical Distress	11.9%
Short Sleep	30.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	87.1%
Uninsured	5.9%
	31% below US avg
Checkup Rate	77.8%
Dental Visits	71.6%
Premature Death	9,424/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.7/10
Exercise Access	82.3%
Healthcare Facilities	142

Sperry has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	51.9°F
	4% below US avg
January Average	24°F (-4°C)
July Average	76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	37.2 inches
	2% below US avg
Snowfall	16.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	758 ft (231 m)
Area	2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density	42/sq mi
Coordinates	40.9620°N, 91.1641°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19057

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.1-point margin. 64.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%

D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 15.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	9.7%
	71% below US avg
High School+	93.5%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.73

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density	42/sq mi
Total Area	2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	64.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	142
Restaurants	101
Retail Stores	168

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	16.7 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Sperry, IA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Sperry a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Sperry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Sperry vs U.S. Average

Income: Sperry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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