Stockton, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Stockton is a small town in Iowa with a population of 127. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
127 Population 1,155/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $32,619 per capita
$114,600 Home Value $337,807 Zillow
$1,036 Median Rent 22.1% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 9.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,600 home value, $1,036/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,600
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,036
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
172% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population127
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density1,155/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$32,619
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$13,291M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,600
Rent$1,036
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$337,807
Rent Burden22.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Elevation735 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+89.9%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute24 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries11

Is Stockton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stockton receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Stockton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stockton is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stockton is $114,600, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,036 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Stockton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Stockton has a population of 127 with a density of 1,155 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

127
Total Population
1,155
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Stockton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stockton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stockton is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Stockton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,619
Avg Weekly Wage$1,176
IRS Avg AGI$86,464

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
172% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,239
County GDP$13,291M

Business (County)

Restaurants496
Healthcare523
Retail618
Manufacturing172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,638
90% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Stockton is $114,600, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,036 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $337,807.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,600
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$337,807

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,036
11% below US avg
Rent Burden22.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,638
90% above US avg
Effective Rate5.79%
In Stockton, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.2%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death7,236/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access90.5%
Healthcare Facilities523

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Stockton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.2 inches
5% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation735 ft (224 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,155/sq mi
Coordinates41.5908°N, 90.8564°W
County FIPS19163
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.9-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.2%
D 47.3%

Winner: Republican by 3.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+89.9%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,155/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities523
Restaurants496
Retail Stores618

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

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