Iowa · Metropolitan Area
State Center is a small town in Iowa with a population of 1,548. Residents earn $72,303 per year, which is 4% below the national average.
Based on current data, State Center receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. State Center offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in State Center is $72,303, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in State Center is $156,300, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $741 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in State Center is below the national average at 270 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 540 per 100,000, 72% below the national average.
26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
State Center experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches, including 30.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 93.3% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.7% |
| 50% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $72,303 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,585 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,204 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,259 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.7% |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,066 |
| County GDP | $7,790M |
| Restaurants | 268 |
| Healthcare | 229 |
| Retail | 275 |
| Manufacturing | 76 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,724 |
| 64% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.66% |
| Commute Time | 28.4 min |
| Work from Home | 16.4% |
| Census Median | $156,300 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $293,095 |
| Median List Price | $184,900 |
| Median List Price | $184,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $291 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 87.5% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 6 |
| Census Median Rent | $741 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
| Owner-Occupied | 73.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,724 |
| 64% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.66% |
| Obesity | 43.1% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.6% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 23.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.4% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 4,947/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 229 |
| Total Violent | 270.1/100K |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 270.1/100K |
| Total Property | 540.2/100K |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 0.0/100K |
| Theft | 540.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 47.8°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 36.5 inches |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 30.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,069 ft (326 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,548/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.0148°N, 93.1653°W |
| County FIPS | 19169 |
Winner: Democrat by 10.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 26.4% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.73 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 1,548/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.0 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 13 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 229 |
| Restaurants | 268 |
| Retail Stores | 275 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 28.4 min |
| Work from Home | 16.4% |