Unionville, IA

Iowa

Unionville is a small town in Iowa with a population of 86.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
86 Population 115/sq mi density
$84,000 Home Value $201,399 Zillow
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $84,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population86
Median Age65.5 yrs
Density115/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans73.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$34,465
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$518M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home Value$84,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$201,399
Housing Units68

Health

Obesity42.6%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking19.1%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation949 ft (289 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+98.6%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute28 min
Broadband44.0%
Libraries3

Is Unionville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Unionville receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Unionville faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Unionville is $84,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Unionville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Unionville has a population of 86 with a density of 115 people per square mile. The median age is 65.5 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).

Population

86
Total Population
115
People / sq mi
65.5yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Unionville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Unionville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Unionville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Unionville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$34,465
Avg Weekly Wage$887
IRS Avg AGI$56,195

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)410
County GDP$518M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare30
Retail47
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,592
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Unionville is $84,000, 70% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $201,399.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,000
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$201,399

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.5%
Housing Units68
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,592
3% above US avg
Effective Rate4.28%
In Unionville, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 19.1% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.1%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep33.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.7%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits62.9%
Premature Death8,751/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access50.0%
Healthcare Facilities30
Unionville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation949 ft (289 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density115/sq mi
Coordinates40.8181°N, 92.6958°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.7-point margin. 44.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.8%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 46.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+98.6%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density115/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants26
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

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