Springbrook, IA

Iowa

Springbrook is a small town in Iowa with a population of 136. Residents earn $60,625 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
136 Population 223/sq mi density
$60,625 Median Income $31,710 per capita
$135,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$60,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$135,400 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,625
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,400
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.1%
70% higher than US avg

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

People

Population136
Median Age60.1 yrs
Density223/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$60,625
Per Capita$31,710
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty21.1%
County GDP$907M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.8 in/yr
Elevation823 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+98.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute29 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries4

Is Springbrook a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Springbrook receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Springbrook offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Springbrook is $60,625, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 21.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Springbrook is $135,400, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Springbrook experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.8 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Springbrook has a population of 136 with a density of 223 people per square mile. The median age is 60.1 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

136
Total Population
223
People / sq mi
60.1yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.4%
Female 59.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Springbrook vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Springbrook vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Springbrook is $60,625, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Springbrook vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,625
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,710
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$67,979

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.1%
70% above US avg
Establishments (County)674
County GDP$907M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare42
Retail76
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,900
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Springbrook is $135,400, 52% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,400
52% 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-Occupied94.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,900
11% above US avg
Effective Rate2.88%
In Springbrook, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking25.4%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death6,844/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access61.9%
Healthcare Facilities42

Crime Rates: Springbrook vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Springbrook has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.8 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall31.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation823 ft (251 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density223/sq mi
Coordinates42.1657°N, 90.4791°W
County FIPS19097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.5-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.6%
D 33.1%

Winner: Republican by 32.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+98.0%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density223/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants38
Retail Stores76

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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