Thor, IA

Iowa

Thor is a small town in Iowa with a population of 276. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
276 Population 276/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $24,852 per capita
$979 Median Rent 13.1% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$979/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $979
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 56.0%
352% higher than US avg

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

People

Population276
Median Age28.2 yrs
Density276/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

C
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$24,852
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty56.0%
County GDP$598M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$979
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$120,881
Housing Units100
Rent Burden13.1%

Health

Obesity43.9%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking19.8%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,140 ft (347 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+91.3%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute30 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries4

Is Thor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thor receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Thor has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thor is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 56.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $979 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Thor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°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 35.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Thor has a population of 276 with a density of 276 people per square mile. The median age is 28.2 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.5%), with 4.3% Hispanic.

Population

276
Total Population
276
People / sq mi
28.2yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Thor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.6%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.4%
45% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Thor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thor is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 56.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Thor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,852
Avg Weekly Wage$1,014
IRS Avg AGI$86,410

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate56.0%
352% above US avg
Establishments (County)367
County GDP$598M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare21
Retail38
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,919
41% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit4.9%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $979 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $120,881.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$120,881

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$979
16% below US avg
Rent Burden13.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.9%
Housing Units100
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,919
41% above US avg
In Thor, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 19.8% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.9%
37% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.6%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits62.0%
Premature Death7,220/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access63.8%
Healthcare Facilities21
Thor has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.8 inches
6% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,140 ft (347 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density276/sq mi
Coordinates42.6881°N, 94.0496°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.4%
D 24.4%

Winner: Republican by 50 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+91.3%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density276/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants20
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit4.9%
Work from Home0.0%

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