Sutherland, IA

Iowa

Sutherland is a small town in Iowa with a population of 570. Residents earn $53,393 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
570 Population 671/sq mi density
$53,393 Median Income $39,636 per capita
$86,900 Home Value $154,389 Zillow
$591 Median Rent 26.6% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$53,393 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,900 home value, $591/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,393
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,900
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.3%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $591
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population570
Median Age54.3 yrs
Density671/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans15.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,393
Per Capita$39,636
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty10.5%
County GDP$1,087M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,900
Rent$591
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$154,389
Rent Burden26.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain32.0 in/yr
Elevation1,421 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.3%
High School+92.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute21 min
Broadband83.3%
Libraries6

Is Sutherland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sutherland receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Sutherland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sutherland is $53,393, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sutherland is $86,900, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $591 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Sutherland 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 32.0 inches, including 35.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sutherland has a population of 570 with a density of 671 people per square mile. The median age is 54.3 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

570
Total Population
671
People / sq mi
54.3yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sutherland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sutherland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sutherland is $53,393, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Sutherland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,393
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,636
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$74,807

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)452
County GDP$1,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare33
Retail45
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,325
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Sutherland is $86,900, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $591 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,389.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,900
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$154,389

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$591
49% below US avg
Rent Burden26.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,325
5% below US avg
Effective Rate3.83%
In Sutherland, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.3%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death7,020/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Sutherland 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 32.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.0 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall35.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density671/sq mi
Coordinates42.9729°N, 95.4952°W
County FIPS19035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.8-point margin. 83.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%
D 26.5%

Winner: Republican by 45.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.3%
61% below US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density671/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.3%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants30
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

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