Waucoma, IA

Iowa

Waucoma is a small town in Iowa with a population of 330. Residents earn $71,250 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
330 Population 702/sq mi density
$71,250 Median Income $29,066 per capita
$102,100 Home Value $86,685 Zillow
$588 Median Rent 23.4% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,250 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,100 home value, $588/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,100
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.0%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $588
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population330
Median Age26.9 yrs
Density702/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$29,066
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$1,087M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,100
Rent$588
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$86,685
Housing Units123
Rent Burden23.4%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking16.2%
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,042 ft (318 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.0%
High School+96.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute18 min
Broadband90.5%
Libraries6

Is Waucoma a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waucoma 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. Waucoma offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waucoma is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waucoma is $102,100, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $588 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

5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Waucoma has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches, including 38.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Waucoma has a population of 330 with a density of 702 people per square mile. The median age is 26.9 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.5%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

330
Total Population
702
People / sq mi
26.9yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Waucoma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Waucoma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waucoma is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Waucoma vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,250
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,066
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$81,462

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)430
County GDP$1,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare34
Retail46
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,062
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.8 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Waucoma is $102,100, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $588 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $86,685.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,100
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$86,685

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$588
49% below US avg
Rent Burden23.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.5%
Housing Units123
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,062
13% below US avg
Effective Rate3.00%
In Waucoma, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 22.0% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking24.3%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep32.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits68.3%
Premature Death6,659/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access60.7%
Healthcare Facilities34
Waucoma has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall38.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,042 ft (318 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density702/sq mi
Coordinates43.0556°N, 92.0345°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.2-point margin. 90.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68%
D 30.8%

Winner: Republican by 37.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.0%
85% below US avg
High School+96.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density702/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.5%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants20
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.8 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

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