Spring Hill, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Spring Hill is a small town in Iowa with a population of 52. Residents earn $78,750 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
52 Population 400/sq mi density
$78,750 Median Income $32,019 per capita
$98,800 Home Value
50°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
4.0 / 5.0
$78,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,800 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,750
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $98,800
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.1%
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

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

People

Population52
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density400/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans43.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,750
Per Capita$32,019
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.0%
County GDP$1,885M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units22

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking13.4%
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation874 ft (266 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute20 min
Broadband15.0%
Libraries6

Is Spring Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spring Hill 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. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Spring Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spring Hill is $78,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spring Hill is $98,800, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.1% 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

Spring Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°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 37.8 inches, including 30.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Spring Hill has a population of 52 with a density of 400 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.4%), with 5.8% Hispanic.

Population

52
Total Population
400
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Spring Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Spring Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spring Hill is $78,750, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Spring Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,750
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,019
Avg Weekly Wage$985
IRS Avg AGI$93,680

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,410
County GDP$1,885M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare91
Retail108
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,817
66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Spring Hill is $98,800, 65% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,800
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.3%
Housing Units22
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,817
66% above US avg
Effective Rate5.89%
In Spring Hill, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 21.9% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Spring Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep32.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits68.2%
Premature Death6,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access76.2%
Healthcare Facilities91
Spring Hill has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.8 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall30.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation874 ft (266 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density400/sq mi
Coordinates41.4122°N, 93.6501°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19181
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin. 15.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.7%
D 38.9%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.1%
31% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density400/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access15.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities91
Restaurants83
Retail Stores108

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.3%

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