Tripoli, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Tripoli is a small town in Iowa with a population of 1,256. Residents earn $75,988 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,256 Population 904/sq mi density
$75,988 Median Income $35,257 per capita
$116,200 Home Value $168,049 Zillow
$888 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,988 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,200 home value, $888/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,988
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $116,200
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $888
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,256
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density904/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,988
Per Capita$35,257
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$1,581M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,200
Rent$888
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,049

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Elevation1,024 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute29 min
Libraries7

Is Tripoli a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tripoli receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Tripoli stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tripoli is $75,988, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tripoli is $116,200, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $888 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Tripoli experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Tripoli has a population of 1,256 with a density of 904 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%).

Population

1,256
Total Population
904
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Tripoli vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Tripoli vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tripoli is $75,988, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Tripoli vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,988
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,257
Avg Weekly Wage$1,011
IRS Avg AGI$84,332

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)749
County GDP$1,581M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare73
Retail72
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,930
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Work from Home8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Tripoli is $116,200, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $888 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,049.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,200
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,049

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$888
24% 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-Occupied83.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,930
41% above US avg
Effective Rate4.24%
In Tripoli, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.3%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death6,009/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access73.8%
Healthcare Facilities73

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Tripoli has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,024 ft (312 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density904/sq mi
Coordinates42.8084°N, 92.2578°W
County FIPS19017
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density904/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities73
Restaurants48
Retail Stores72

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Work from Home8.5%

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