Webb, IA

Iowa

Webb is a small town in Iowa with a population of 147. Residents earn $70,179 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
147 Population 294/sq mi density
$70,179 Median Income $34,646 per capita
$64,300 Home Value $183,184 Zillow
$979 Median Rent 19.6% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,179 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,300 home value, $979/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,179
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $64,300
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $979
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population147
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density294/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans10.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,179
Per Capita$34,646
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$1,938M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,300
Rent$979
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$183,184
Rent Burden19.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain32.0 in/yr
Elevation1,385 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+87.8%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute25 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries8

Is Webb a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Webb receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Webb offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Webb is $70,179, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Webb is $64,300, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $979 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Webb experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches, including 35.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Webb has a population of 147 with a density of 294 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

147
Total Population
294
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Webb vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Webb vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Webb is $70,179, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Webb vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,179
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,646
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$67,827

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)610
County GDP$1,938M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare48
Retail82
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,292
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone79.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Webb is $64,300, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $979 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $183,184.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$64,300
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$183,184

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$979
16% below US avg
Rent Burden19.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,292
51% above US avg
Effective Rate8.23%
In Webb, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.6%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death6,218/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access79.6%
Healthcare Facilities48

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Webb has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.0 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall35.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,385 ft (422 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density294/sq mi
Coordinates42.9498°N, 95.0129°W
County FIPS19021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.3-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+87.8%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density294/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants38
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone79.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

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