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Toronto, IA

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Toronto is a small town in Iowa with a population of 69. Residents earn $43,333 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
69 Population 383/sq mi density
$43,333 Median Income $28,148 per capita
$66,700 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$43,333 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$66,700 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,333
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $66,700
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population69
Median Age64.6 yrs
Density383/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans69.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,333
Per Capita$28,148
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$2,951M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$66,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units50
Rent Burden27.7%

Health

Obesity39.1%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking17.1%
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation736 ft (224 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+84.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute31 min
Broadband34.0%
Libraries7

Is Toronto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Toronto receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Toronto stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Toronto is $43,333, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Toronto is $66,700, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Toronto experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°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 39.6 inches, including 39.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Toronto has a population of 69 with a density of 383 people per square mile. The median age is 64.6 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

69
Total Population
383
People / sq mi
64.6yrs
Median Age
66% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Toronto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Toronto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Toronto is $43,333, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Toronto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,333
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,148
Avg Weekly Wage$1,014
IRS Avg AGI$65,940

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,498
County GDP$2,951M

Business (County)

Restaurants117
Healthcare128
Retail162
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,438
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Toronto is $66,700, 76% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$66,700
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.4%
Housing Units50
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,438
27% above US avg
Effective Rate6.65%
In Toronto, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 21.6% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits65.4%
Premature Death8,790/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access76.9%
Healthcare Facilities128
Toronto has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall39.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation736 ft (224 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density383/sq mi
Coordinates41.9031°N, 90.8628°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.9-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.6%
D 39.8%

Winner: Republican by 18.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+84.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density383/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities128
Restaurants117
Retail Stores162

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.8%

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