Home Value $53,500

81% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 57.1%

69% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.8%

30% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population47

Median Age28.6 yrs

Density115/mi²

Male / Female64% / 36%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans35.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$32,177

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$12,640M

Commute28 min

Housing

Home Value$53,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$376,884

Housing Units33

Rent Burden33.9%

Health

Obesity41.8%

Uninsured6.9%

Smoking17.3%

Depression22.1%

Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain35.9 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation852 ft (260 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+57.1%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 68%

Commute28 min

Broadband27.0%

Libraries8

Is Watkins a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Watkins receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Watkins stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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 Watkins is $53,500, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Watkins is a highly educated community — 57.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Watkins experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Watkins has a population of 47 with a density of 115 people per square mile. The median age is 28.6 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

115

People / sq mi

28.6yrs

Median Age

26% below US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.8%

Female 36.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Watkins vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	81.0%
	3% above US avg
Spanish	19.0%
	42% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Watkins vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Watkins is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Watkins vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$32,177
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,238
IRS Avg AGI	$93,456

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	5,140
County GDP	$12,640M

Business (County)

Restaurants	448
Healthcare	493
Retail	492
Manufacturing	80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,982
	99% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	13.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Watkins is $53,500, 81% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $376,884.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$53,500
	81% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$376,884

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	33.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	33
Median Year Built	1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,982
	99% above US avg
Effective Rate	13.05%

In Watkins, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.8%
	30% above US avg
Diabetes	9.1%
Heart Disease	5.5%
High Blood Pressure	31.3%
Asthma	10.3%
COPD	6.4%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.3%
	24% above US avg
Binge Drinking	23.0%
Physical Inactivity	24.0%
Depression	22.1%
Mental Distress	18.2%
Physical Distress	12.4%
Short Sleep	35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	6.9%
	20% below US avg
Checkup Rate	75.3%
Dental Visits	64.6%
Premature Death	4,821/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.0/10
Exercise Access	89.7%
Healthcare Facilities	493

Watkins 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. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	48.3°F
	11% below US avg
January Average	20°F (-7°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	35.9 inches
	6% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	852 ft (260 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density	115/sq mi
Coordinates	41.8931°N, 91.9850°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19103

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 57.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 38.1-point margin. 27.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.3%

D 68.4%

Winner: Democrat by 38.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	57.1%
	69% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.73

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	115/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	27.0%
Public Libraries	8
Healthcare Facilities	493
Restaurants	448
Retail Stores	492

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Watkins, IA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Watkins a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Watkins vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Watkins vs U.S. Average

Income: Watkins vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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