Walford, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Walford is a small town in Iowa with a population of 1,318. Residents earn $116,477 per year, which is 55% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,318 Population 1,267/sq mi density
$116,477 Median Income $45,208 per capita
$274,500 Home Value $308,352 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$116,477 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$274,500 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $116,477
55% higher than US avg
Home Value $274,500
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.8%
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,318
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density1,267/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$116,477
Per Capita$45,208
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$12,640M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$274,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$308,352

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Elevation795 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.8%
High School+96.8%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 68%
Commute23 min
Libraries8

Is Walford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Walford receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Walford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Walford is $116,477, which is significantly higher than the national average — 55% above $75,149. This places Walford among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Walford is $274,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Walford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Walford has a population of 1,318 with a density of 1,267 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%).

Population

1,318
Total Population
1,267
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Walford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Walford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walford is $116,477, which is 55% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Walford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$116,477
55% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,208
Avg Weekly Wage$1,238
IRS Avg AGI$93,456

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,140
County GDP$12,640M

Business (County)

Restaurants448
Healthcare493
Retail492
Manufacturing80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,982
99% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Walford is $274,500, 3% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $308,352.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$274,500
3% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$308,352

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-Occupied92.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,982
99% above US avg
Effective Rate2.54%
In Walford, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.1%
Physical Inactivity19.0%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death4,821/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access89.7%
Healthcare Facilities493

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Walford has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.9 inches
6% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation795 ft (242 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density1,267/sq mi
Coordinates41.8798°N, 91.8306°W
County FIPS19103
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 33.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 38.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.3%
D 68.4%

Winner: Democrat by 38.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.8%
0% below US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score5.73
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,267/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities493
Restaurants448
Retail Stores492

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Work from Home8.2%

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