Thurman, IA

Iowa

Thurman is a small town in Iowa with a population of 197. Residents earn $88,500 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
197 Population 346/sq mi density
$88,500 Median Income $27,445 per capita
$103,100 Home Value $194,023 Zillow
$1,322 Median Rent 21.4% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$88,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,100 home value, $1,322/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,500
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $103,100
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.1%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,322
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population197
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density346/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,500
Per Capita$27,445
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$394M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,100
Rent$1,322
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$194,023
Rent Burden21.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Elevation978 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.1%
High School+91.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute25 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries5

Is Thurman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thurman receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Thurman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thurman is $88,500, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thurman is $103,100, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,322 per month. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.1% 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

Thurman 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.

Thurman has a population of 197 with a density of 346 people per square mile. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%).

Population

197
Total Population
346
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Thurman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Thurman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thurman is $88,500, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Thurman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,500
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$27,445
Avg Weekly Wage$927
IRS Avg AGI$72,410

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% 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 Rate3.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Thurman is $103,100, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,322 (14% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $194,023.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,100
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$194,023

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,322
14% above US avg
Rent Burden21.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied51.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,425
2% below US avg
Effective Rate3.32%
In Thurman, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death9,007/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Thurman 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

Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density346/sq mi
Coordinates40.8201°N, 95.7488°W
County FIPS19071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.6-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.6%
D 27%

Winner: Republican by 44.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.1%
91% below US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density346/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants14
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

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