Tabor, IA

Iowa

Tabor is a small town in Iowa with a population of 908. Residents earn $68,277 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
908 Population 704/sq mi density
$68,277 Median Income $32,310 per capita
$189,800 Home Value $208,001 Zillow
$1,006 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,277 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$189,800 home value, $1,006/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,277
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $189,800
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,006
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population908
Median Age56.2 yrs
Density704/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,277
Per Capita$32,310
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$394M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$189,800
Rent$1,006
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$208,001

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Elevation1,240 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute20 min
Libraries5

Is Tabor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tabor receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Tabor stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tabor is $68,277, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tabor is $189,800, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,006 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Tabor 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 33.3 inches, including 20.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Tabor has a population of 908 with a density of 704 people per square mile. The median age is 56.2 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

908
Total Population
704
People / sq mi
56.2yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Tabor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Tabor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tabor is $68,277, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Tabor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,277
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,310
Avg Weekly Wage$927
IRS Avg AGI$72,410

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)285
County GDP$394M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare13
Retail30
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,425
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Tabor is $189,800, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,006 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $208,001.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,800
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$208,001

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,006
13% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,425
2% below US avg
Effective Rate1.80%
In Tabor, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death9,007/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access28.9%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Tabor 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 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall20.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,240 ft (378 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density704/sq mi
Coordinates40.8949°N, 95.6736°W
County FIPS19071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.6%
D 27%

Winner: Republican by 44.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density704/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants14
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Work from Home6.1%

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