Stout, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Stout is a small town in Iowa with a population of 274. Residents earn $86,250 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
274 Population 945/sq mi density
$86,250 Median Income $28,040 per capita
$123,800 Home Value $140,508 Zillow
$1,563 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$86,250 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,800 home value, $1,563/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,250
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $123,800
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,563
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population274
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density945/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,250
Per Capita$28,040
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$732M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,800
Rent$1,563
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$140,508
Housing Units99
Rent Burden25.0%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking14.9%
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,023 ft (312 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+95.1%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute31 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries6

Is Stout a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stout receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Stout stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stout is $86,250, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stout is $123,800, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,563 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Stout experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Stout has a population of 274 with a density of 945 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%).

Population

274
Total Population
945
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.7%
Female 57.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Stout vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Stout vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stout is $86,250, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Stout vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,250
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,040
Avg Weekly Wage$1,118
IRS Avg AGI$89,602

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)389
County GDP$732M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare24
Retail39
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,000
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Stout is $123,800, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,563 (34% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $140,508.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,800
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$140,508

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,563
34% above US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.4%
Housing Units99
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,000
14% above US avg
Effective Rate3.23%
In Stout, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 21.0% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep33.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.6%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits69.9%
Premature Death5,156/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access83.5%
Healthcare Facilities24
Stout has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.4 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,023 ft (312 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density945/sq mi
Coordinates42.5270°N, 92.7115°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.8-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.1%
D 28.3%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+95.1%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density945/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants19
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home7.5%

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