Treynor, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Treynor is a small town in Iowa with a population of 1,228. Residents earn $132,679 per year, which is 77% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,228 Population 1,889/sq mi density
$132,679 Median Income $47,627 per capita
$250,000 Home Value $335,319 Zillow
$1,120 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$132,679 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $1,120/mo rent
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $132,679
77% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.7%
30% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,120
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,228
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density1,889/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$132,679
Per Capita$47,627
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$6,263M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$1,120
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$335,319

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Elevation1,242 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.7%
High School+99.5%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute26 min
Libraries5

Is Treynor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Treynor receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Treynor stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Treynor is $132,679, which is significantly higher than the national average — 77% above $75,149. This places Treynor among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Treynor is $250,000, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,120 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Treynor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches, including 27.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Treynor has a population of 1,228 with a density of 1,889 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%).

Population

1,228
Total Population
1,889
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Treynor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Treynor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Treynor is $132,679, which is 77% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Treynor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$132,679
77% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,627
Avg Weekly Wage$1,085
IRS Avg AGI$73,871

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,746
County GDP$6,263M

Business (County)

Restaurants209
Healthcare220
Retail252
Manufacturing62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,355
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Treynor is $250,000, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,120 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $335,319.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$335,319

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,120
4% 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-Occupied78.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,355
53% above US avg
Effective Rate2.14%
In Treynor, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.5%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress10.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.5%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death9,293/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access82.9%
Healthcare Facilities220

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Treynor has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.9 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall27.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,242 ft (379 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,889/sq mi
Coordinates41.2320°N, 95.6065°W
County FIPS19155
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 43.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 20 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.7%
30% above US avg
High School+99.5%
School Test Score5.73
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,889/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities220
Restaurants209
Retail Stores252

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Work from Home8.2%

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