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Swedesburg, IA

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Swedesburg is a small town in Iowa with a population of 87. Residents earn $72,083 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
87 Population 38/sq mi density
$72,083 Median Income $29,214 per capita
$170,800 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$72,083 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,800 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,083
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $170,800
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.6%
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population87
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density38/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans55.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,083
Per Capita$29,214
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$930M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units48
Rent Burden18.8%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking15.4%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation734 ft (224 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute35 min
Broadband27.0%
Libraries4

Is Swedesburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Swedesburg receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Swedesburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Swedesburg is $72,083, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Swedesburg is $170,800, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Swedesburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 25.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Swedesburg has a population of 87 with a density of 38 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 (100%).

Population

87
Total Population
38
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.6%
Female 64.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Swedesburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Swedesburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Swedesburg is $72,083, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Swedesburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,083
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,214
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$67,697

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)281
County GDP$930M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare22
Retail24
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Swedesburg is $170,800, 39% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,800
39% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units48
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Swedesburg, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.6%
Cancer6.2%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits65.8%
Premature Death6,584/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access59.0%
Healthcare Facilities22
Swedesburg has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall25.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation734 ft (224 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates41.1060°N, 91.5532°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 42.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41-point margin. 27.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 28.8%

Winner: Republican by 41 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.6%
26% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density38/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants12
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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