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St. Benedict, IA

Iowa

St. Benedict is a small town in Iowa with a population of 20.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
20 Population 26/sq mi density
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 57.1%
69% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population20
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans20.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,945
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,399M
Commute25 min

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,268 ft (386 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.1%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+11.8%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute25 min
Broadband9.0%
Libraries11

Is St. Benedict a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Benedict receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. St. Benedict stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

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 25 minutes.

Education

St. Benedict is a highly educated community — 57.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

St. Benedict experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

St. Benedict has a population of 20 with a density of 26 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

20
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60%
Female 40%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Benedict vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

St. Benedict vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Benedict 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 25 minutes.

Income: St. Benedict vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$35,945
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015
IRS Avg AGI$79,103

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)644
County GDP$1,399M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare33
Retail71
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,442
27% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone20.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.3%

Walkability

St. Benedict has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,268 ft (386 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates43.0440°N, 94.0610°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19109
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 57.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.2-point margin. 9.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.3%

Winner: Republican by 44.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.1%
69% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+11.8%
School Test Score5.73
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access9.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants33
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone20.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.3%

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