Stockport, IA

Iowa

Stockport is a small town in Iowa with a population of 224. Residents earn $55,938 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
224 Population 217/sq mi density
$55,938 Median Income $25,831 per capita
$70,000 Home Value $178,630 Zillow
$633 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$55,938 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,000 home value, $633/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,938
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $70,000
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $633
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population224
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density217/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,938
Per Capita$25,831
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$295M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,000
Rent$633
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$178,630
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Elevation754 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+95.6%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute25 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries7

Is Stockport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stockport receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Stockport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stockport is $55,938, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stockport is $70,000, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Stockport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches, including 23.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Stockport has a population of 224 with a density of 217 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.4%), with 4.5% Hispanic.

Population

224
Total Population
217
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Stockport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stockport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stockport is $55,938, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Stockport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,938
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,831
Avg Weekly Wage$890
IRS Avg AGI$60,133

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)224
County GDP$295M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare9
Retail22
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,888
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone88.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Stockport is $70,000, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $178,630.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,000
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$178,630

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$633
46% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,888
17% below US avg
Effective Rate4.13%
In Stockport, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death7,795/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access42.8%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Stockport has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.7 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall23.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation754 ft (230 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density217/sq mi
Coordinates40.8573°N, 91.8333°W
County FIPS19177
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.4-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 21.5%

Winner: Republican by 55.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+95.6%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density217/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants10
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone88.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%

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