Ute, IA

Iowa

Ute is a small town in Iowa with a population of 351. Residents earn $55,947 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
351 Population 949/sq mi density
$55,947 Median Income $33,885 per capita
$80,900 Home Value $129,467 Zillow
$633 Median Rent 30.7% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$55,947 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,900 home value, $633/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,947
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,900
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $633
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population351
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density949/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,947
Per Capita$33,885
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$462M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,900
Rent$633
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$129,467
Housing Units205
Rent Burden30.7%

Health

Obesity42.4%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking17.1%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,252 ft (382 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+96.7%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute30 min
Broadband85.4%
Libraries5

Is Ute a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ute receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ute offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ute is $55,947, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ute is $80,900, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ute experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches, including 28.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ute has a population of 351 with a density of 949 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.7%).

Population

351
Total Population
949
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Ute vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ute vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ute is $55,947, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Ute vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,947
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,885
Avg Weekly Wage$879
IRS Avg AGI$70,442

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)299
County GDP$462M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare22
Retail38
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,800
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Ute is $80,900, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $129,467.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,900
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$129,467

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$633
46% below US avg
Rent Burden30.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.4%
Housing Units205
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,800
9% above US avg
Effective Rate4.70%
In Ute, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep32.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits68.2%
Premature Death8,367/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access57.7%
Healthcare Facilities22
Ute has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 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 Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.1 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall28.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,252 ft (382 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density949/sq mi
Coordinates42.0503°N, 95.7058°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.4-point margin. 85.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 45.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+96.7%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density949/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.4%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants25
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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