Stanhope, IA

Iowa

Stanhope is a small town in Iowa with a population of 515. Residents earn $64,479 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
515 Population 526/sq mi density
$64,479 Median Income $33,998 per capita
$106,400 Home Value $165,430 Zillow
$564 Median Rent 21.7% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$64,479 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,400 home value, $564/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,479
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,400
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $564
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population515
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density526/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,479
Per Capita$33,998
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$1,116M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,400
Rent$564
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,430
Rent Burden21.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Elevation1,119 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+96.7%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute29 min
Broadband86.5%
Libraries6

Is Stanhope a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stanhope receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Stanhope offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stanhope is $64,479, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stanhope is $106,400, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $564 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Stanhope experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 32.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Stanhope has a population of 515 with a density of 526 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%).

Population

515
Total Population
526
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Stanhope vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stanhope vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stanhope is $64,479, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Stanhope vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,479
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,998
Avg Weekly Wage$1,018
IRS Avg AGI$75,752

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)487
County GDP$1,116M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare28
Retail47
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,538
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Stanhope is $106,400, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $564 (52% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,430.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,400
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,430

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$564
52% below US avg
Rent Burden21.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,538
30% above US avg
Effective Rate4.27%
In Stanhope, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death7,954/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities28

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Stanhope has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall32.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,119 ft (341 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density526/sq mi
Coordinates42.2889°N, 93.7960°W
County FIPS19079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.3-point margin. 86.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.1%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+96.7%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density526/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.5%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants24
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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